Hot Cocoa Pudding Mugs Recipe

Name: Hot Cocoa Pudding Mugs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2-1/2; cups milk, divided; 2; env. (1/4 oz. each) KNOX Unflavored Gelatine; 2; oz. BAKER'S Bittersweet Chocolate, melted; 1; pkg. (3.9 oz.) JELL-O Chocolate Instant Pudding; 12; miniature pretzel twists, broken crosswise in half; 1-1/2; cups thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping; 1/4; cup JET-PUFFED Vanilla MALLOW Bits

Servings: persons

2-1/2
cups milk, divided
2
env. (1/4 oz. each) KNOX Unflavored Gelatine
2
oz. BAKER'S Bittersweet Chocolate, melted
1
pkg. (3.9 oz.) JELL-O Chocolate Instant Pudding
12
miniature pretzel twists, broken crosswise in half
1-1/2
cups thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping
1/4
cup JET-PUFFED Vanilla MALLOW Bits

1
Make It
2
ADD 1-1/2 cups milk to dry gelatine in small saucepan; stir. Let stand 3 min. or until gelatine is softened. Cook and stir on medium heat 3 min. or until gelatine is completely dissolved. Remove from heat; whisk in melted chocolate. Cool 5 min.
3
BEAT pudding mix and remaining milk in medium bowl with whisk 2 min. Whisk in gelatine mixture. Spoon into 24 shot glasses sprayed with cooking spray. Refrigerate 3 hours or until firm.
4
UNMOLD desserts onto tray just before serving. Insert pretzel half into side of each for the mug handle. Top each with 1 Tbsp. COOL WHIP and a few MALLOW Bits.
5
Kraft Kitchens Tips
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Reduced-Sugar Version
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Save 30 calories and 4g of carbs, including 4g of sugar, per serving by omitting the bittersweet chocolate, reducing the MALLOW Bits to 2 Tbsp., and preparing the desserts with fat-free milk, 1 pkg. (1.4 oz.) JELL-O Chocolate Fat Free Sugar Free Instant Pudding and COOL WHIP Sugar Free Whipped Topping.
8
Adults Only
9
Decrease milk to 2-1/4 cups. Prepare pudding mix using 3/4 cup cold milk and 1/4 cup creme de cocoa or peppermint schnapps.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2-1/2, cups milk, divided, 2, env. (1/4 oz. each) KNOX Unflavored Gelatine, and more.

Yes, Hot Cocoa Pudding Mugs falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hot Cocoa Pudding Mugs

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