🍨 Creamy Vanilla Pudding Parfait
📋 Ingredients:
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2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
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1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
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1 cup heavy cream (for whipped topping)
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2 tbsp powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Fresh fruit (berries, sliced bananas, or peaches)
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Crushed cookies, granola, or nuts for topping
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Prepare pudding
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Whisk pudding mix into milk for 2 minutes until thickened. Chill for 5–10 minutes.
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Make whipped cream
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Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
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Assemble parfaits
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In glasses or bowls, layer pudding, whipped cream, fresh fruit, and crunchy toppings. Repeat layers.
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Chill and serve
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Refrigerate for 30 minutes or serve immediately.
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Variations:
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Use chocolate or butterscotch pudding for different flavors.
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Add a drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce.
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Swap whipped cream for mascarpone or cream cheese frosting for extra richness.
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