Frankenstein Pudding Cups – Fun & Spooky Halloween Dessert Idea

Every Halloween, I try to come up with treats that make the kids squeal with delight, and Frankenstein Pudding Cups have quickly become one of my favorites. The first time I served them at a school party, the green pudding faces with Oreo hair and candy eyes had the little ones giggling before they even took a bite. They’re spooky, silly, and so easy to make. Plus, you don’t need to be a pro baker to pull them off. Whether for a classroom party, family gathering, or trick-or-treat night, Frankenstein Pudding Cups are the perfect mix of creepy and fun.

What Are Frankenstein Pudding Cups?

Frankenstein Pudding Cups are simple no-bake Halloween desserts made with instant pudding dyed green, crushed Oreos for “hair,” candy eyes, and drawn-on faces to look like mini Frankensteins. They’re served in clear cups so the color and decorations show through, making them a hit on any Halloween dessert table. Unlike complicated cakes or cookies, these pudding cups require minimal prep time and are almost foolproof. Kids can even help assemble them, which makes this treat a fun family activity as well as a delicious dessert.

Ingredients & Variations

The beauty of Frankenstein Pudding Cups lies in their flexibility. You can stick with the basics or get creative with different flavors and toppings.

You can easily adapt this recipe for dietary needs. For example, use sugar-free pudding for a lighter option or dairy-free ingredients for a vegan version. The key is keeping the bold green pudding and spooky decorations.

Tools & Equipment Needed

You won’t need fancy equipment for Frankenstein Pudding Cups, which makes them an accessible dessert for busy families. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Mixing bowl for pudding
• Whisk for blending pudding mix and milk
• Clear plastic or glass cups
• Ziplock bag or piping bag for whipped topping
• Spoon for layering
• Black edible food marker or melted chocolate for faces

Having everything ready makes assembly quick and fun. If kids are helping, pre-crush the cookies to avoid a big mess.

Step-by-Step Recipe Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Pudding

Whisk together pudding mix and milk until smooth. Stir in green food coloring until you get your desired Frankenstein shade.

Step 2: Assemble the Cups

Spoon pudding into clear cups, filling about three-quarters full. Tap gently to settle.

Step 3: Add Hair and Eyes

Sprinkle crushed Oreos on top for Frankenstein’s “hair.” Place two candy eyes just below the Oreo layer.

Step 4: Draw the Faces

Use a food marker or melted chocolate to draw mouths, scars, and stitches on the outside of the cup.

Step 5: Chill and Serve

Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to allow pudding to set fully.

Decoration Ideas

Frankenstein Pudding Cups are fun to customize. Here are a few playful twists:

• Use purple pudding for a “Monster Mash” look
• Add gummy worms crawling out of the hair for extra spookiness
• Create a family of monsters by making cups in different sizes
• Mix black and green swirls for a “toxic slime” effect
• Replace Oreos with chocolate sprinkles for a shaggy hairdo

These small details make the pudding cups stand out and give you creative freedom to match your Halloween theme.

Make-Ahead, Storage & Serving Tips

Frankenstein Pudding Cups can be made ahead of time, which is perfect for busy party prep. Here’s how:

• Make Ahead: Prepare pudding and assemble up to 24 hours before serving. Keep refrigerated.
• Storage: Store covered in the fridge for 2–3 days. Add decorations like gummy worms or whipped topping right before serving.
• Freezing: Not recommended, as pudding texture changes when frozen.
• Serving: Arrange on a Halloween-themed tray with fake spiders, pumpkins, or cobwebs for extra flair.

FAQs

Nutrition Information (Approx. per cup)

Conclusion

Frankenstein Pudding Cups are everything you want in a Halloween dessert: fun, festive, and simple to make. With their bright green color, Oreo hair, and goofy faces, they’re guaranteed to be the star of your spooky spread. Easy to adapt, perfect for kids, and always a crowd-pleaser, these pudding cups are the ultimate no-bake Halloween recipe. Make them once, and they’ll quickly become a tradition at your Halloween gatherings.

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Frankenstein Pudding Cups

These spooky, no-bake Frankenstein Pudding Cups are a hit with kids and adults alike. Bright green pudding, Oreo hair, and candy eyes make them perfect for Halloween parties, school events, or a fun family treat.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 6 pudding cups

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix 3.4 oz box
• 2 cups cold milk or almond, soy, or oat milk
• 6–8 drops green food coloring gel or natural dye
• 1 cup whipped topping optional; dairy-free if needed
• 6 clear plastic or glass cups 8 oz size recommended
• 6 Oreo cookies, crushed or chocolate cookie alternatives
• 12 candy eyes 2 per cup
• black edible food marker or melted chocolate for drawing faces

Method

 

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened, about 2 minutes.
2. Add green food coloring a few drops at a time until desired Frankenstein shade is reached. Mix well.
3. Spoon or pipe the green pudding into clear cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
4. Sprinkle crushed Oreos on top of each cup to create Frankenstein’s hair.
5. Place two candy eyes just below the Oreo layer in each cup.
6. Use a black food marker or melted chocolate to draw Frankenstein’s mouth, scars, and stitches on the outside of the cup.
7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow pudding to fully set.

Notes

Make these up to 24 hours in advance and store in the fridge. Let kids decorate their own cups for a fun party activity. Try purple or chocolate pudding for monster variations, and add gummy worms or sprinkles for extra spook. Avoid freezing, as pudding texture will change.