Hey, when was the last time you had a pudding pop? Maybe it’s been years. Maybe you’ve never tried one. Well, you should fix that today, because these homemade pudding pops are THE BEST THINGS.
Like, I don’t want to over-hype these popsicles, but they are legitimately one of my favorite recipes I’ve made for the blog. I was so excited about how good they turned out that I made everyone within a 2-mile radius try one, and then I was so sad when I realized I had shared them all away and instantly regretted my generosity. The next batch I make, I’m not telling anyone about and hoarding them away at the back of my freezer.
What’s Great About These Pudding Pops
They’re surprisingly easy to make. Pudding pops are basically just frozen chocolate pudding, and all you need to make a killer pudding from scratch is a handful of pantry staples and about 15 minutes of cooking time. Tons of chocolate flavor. Since these popsicles are made with real chocolate in the pudding, they pack a huge chocolate punch that is incredibly rich and satisfying.
Tools and Ingredient Notes
Popsicle mold: If you like making homemade popsicles, a good popsicle mold is a must. This is the one I have, and I’ve been really happy with it. It doesn’t pick up odors or colors and is easy to clean. Fine-mesh strainer: After making your pudding, you’ll want to strain it through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any lumps. If you don’t own one, you can find them anywhere kitchenware is sold, and they’re typically inexpensive and handy to have around (this is the set I own). Cornstarch: Cornstarch is used to help thicken the pudding mixture. You cannot omit it from the recipe. Milk: Any percentage milk will work, but I prefer to use whole milk as it gives you a richer end result. Semi-sweet chocolate: Chopped chocolate or high-quality chips will work just fine here.
How to Make Pudding Pops
Can I make these without a popsicle mold?
Sure. You don’t need a store-bought popsicle mold to make popsicles. Small paper cups, ice cube trays, and baking tins can all be used as makeshift molds. (Check out this article for more ideas.) BUT, if you like making popsicles at home, consider just investing in a popsicle mold. It’s worth it.
How to store pudding pops?
If you’re going to eat your pudding pops fairly quickly, you can just store them in the mold. But if it’s going to take you more than a couple days to eat your way through them, remove all the popsicles and wrap them individually in cling wrap or wax or parchment paper and store them in an airtight freezer bag or container to prevent freezer burn.
More Frozen Desserts
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