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Caramel Apple Pudding Cups Recipe

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Delight in these easy-to-make Caramel Apple Pudding Cups, layered with creamy vanilla pudding, spiced applesauce, juicy apple chunks, rich caramel topping, and crunchy chopped peanuts for a perfect blend of textures and flavors in a single-serving dessert.

Ingredients

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For the Pudding

  • 1 package Vanilla Pudding (Instant – 3.4 oz)
  • 2 cups Milk (Cold)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup Applesauce

For the Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups Peanuts (Chopped)
  • 12.25 oz. Caramel Topping (Jar)
  • 1 Apple
  • Cinnamon Sticks (Optional for Garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pudding: In a medium sized bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and well combined.
  2. Add flavor and chill: Stir in the cinnamon and applesauce, then refrigerate the pudding for 5 minutes to allow it to thicken properly.
  3. Prep the apple: Cut the apple into small bite-sized chunks, discarding the core to ensure no seeds remain.
  4. Set up layers: Arrange your four key ingredients for layering – the pudding, chopped apple chunks, caramel topping, and chopped peanuts – in separate bowls or containers for ease of assembly.
  5. Assemble pudding cups: Using 4 or 5 clear plastic cups, spoon 3-4 tablespoons of the pudding mixture into the bottom of each cup as the first layer.
  6. Layer apples: Add a generous spoonful of apple chunks over the pudding layer in each cup.
  7. Add caramel topping: Drizzle a spoonful of caramel topping over the apple layer in each cup to add a luscious sweet layer.
  8. Sprinkle nuts: Finish each cup by sprinkling chopped peanuts on top for a crunchy texture contrast and nutty flavor.
  9. Garnish and serve: Optionally, insert a cinnamon stick in each cup for garnish and extra aroma before serving. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.

Notes

  • Use cold milk to help the instant pudding mix set perfectly without lumps.
  • Applesauce adds moisture and enhances the apple flavor but can be adjusted for sweetness or omitted if preferred.
  • For a nut-free version, substitute peanuts with toasted coconut flakes or granola.
  • Prepare the pudding cups shortly before serving for best texture, or store them covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours.
  • Cinnamon sticks are optional and purely for garnish and aroma; remove before eating if desired.

Keywords: Caramel Apple Pudding, Instant Pudding Cups, No Bake Dessert, Easy Apple Dessert, Vanilla Pudding Recipe

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