Shamrock Surprise

Delight your taste buds with the festive charm of *Shamrock Surprise*, a no-bake dessert that's as simple as it is stunning. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any occasion that calls for a pop of green, this indulgent treat features layers of creamy mint-flavored pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and crushed chocolate sandwich cookies for a delightful crunch in every bite. Tinted with vibrant green food coloring, the pudding mixture delivers a visually striking presentation, while a hint of mint extract provides a refreshing twist. Garnish with mini chocolate chips and fresh mint leaves for a decorative finish that’s sure to impress. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no baking, this chilled dessert is a quick and easy crowd-pleaser your family will adore. Keywords: mint dessert, no-bake pudding, St. Patrick’s Day recipes, easy layered dessert, festive green treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 box (3.4 oz) Vanilla pudding mix
• 2 cups Milk
• 1 cup Whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
• 1 teaspoon Mint extract
• 4 drops Green food coloring
• 6 pieces Chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos), crushed
• 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Mini chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the vanilla pudding mix with 2 cups of cold milk. Whisk for 2 minutes until the pudding starts to thicken.

Step 2

Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping until fully combined, creating a creamy texture.

Step 3

Add the mint extract and green food coloring to the pudding mixture. Mix well until the color is evenly distributed and you achieve a bright green shade.

Step 4

Take 4 serving glasses or bowls. Spoon a layer of crushed chocolate cookies into the bottom of each glass, using approximately 1.5 crushed cookies per serving.

Step 5

Divide the green pudding mixture evenly among the 4 glasses, layering it on top of the crushed cookies.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining crushed cookies on top of the pudding layer for added texture and surprise.

Step 7

Optional garnish: Add a few mini chocolate chips and a fresh mint leaf to each serving for an extra festive touch.

Step 8

Refrigerate the desserts for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together and the pudding to fully set.

Step 9

Serve chilled and enjoy your Shamrock Surprise!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1014.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2012.7

Total Fat 90.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 43.9mg	0%
Sodium 2037.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 307.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 227.4g
Protein 23.4g	0%

Vitamin D 214.7IU	0%
Calcium 684.5mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1110.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.2%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 57.4%