Walking Desserts
Walking desserts are the sweet answer to walking tacos. With four different versions, there’s sure to be something to please everyone.
There’s something so fun about eating a meal out of a bag.
Like walking tacos. We love getting them at the ballpark and it’s really fun to make our own.
That got me thinking.
Why don’t we ever make something similar for dessert and just substitute out all the savory flavors for sweets?
Well, that’s exactly what I did with these mini desserts.
And because I love to give options, I made four different kinds:
- banana pudding
- cookies and cream
- s’mores
- chocolate peanut butter
With those options, there’s sure to be something for everyone!
Ingredients
Each version of the walking dessert uses a basic set of ingredients:
- Mini cookies in individual serving packets
- Pudding mix and milk
- Toppings
Let’s break down exactly what you need for each variety.
Banana Pudding
- Nila wafers– Get the individual bags of cookies that are perfect for lunchboxes.
- Vanilla pudding– 1 package of pudding mix
- Milk– To make the pudding
- Bananas– Slice them up for real banana flavor
- Toppings– I like to add whipped cream and cherries to each bag
Cookies and Cream
- Oreo cookies– Again go for the individual bags of cookies and make sure they are the mini Oreos.
- Vanilla pudding– 1 package of pudding mix
- Milk– To make the pudding
- Whipped cream– For topping
S’mores
- Chocolate chip cookies– Use the individual bags of Mini Chips Ahoy.
- Chocolate pudding– 1 package of chocolate pudding mix
- Milk– To make the pudding
- Mix ins– Chocolate chips and mini marshmallows
Chocolate Peanut Butter
- Peanut butter cookies– Use individual bags of mini Nutter Butters
- Chocolate pudding– 1 package of chocolate pudding mix
- Milk– To make the pudding
- Toppings– Mini chocolate chips and whipped cream
How to Make
Making each of these varieties follow the same basic instructions. The method doesn’t change just the mix ins and flavors of cookies and pudding.
To make any of the walking desserts, prepare the pudding according the package instructions and set it aside until it’s nice and thick.
Then open each bag of cookies and take about half of them out.
Next layer a couple tablespoons of pudding on top of the cookies that are still in the bag and add your mix ins.
After that, add the remaining cookies back to the bag and layer on another couple tablespoons of pudding and mix ins.
Finish by topping with whipped cream if desired.
Serve and enjoy!
Tips and tricks
- Looking to save some time? Use individual pudding cups instead of instant pudding mix.
- You can cut down the number of desserts you are making by using pudding cups instead of mix as well. Use approximately 1 pudding cup per cookie bag.
- Feel free to get creative with your mix ins and toppings! Peanut butter candy, sprinkles or even M&M’s would all be fun add ins!
- Want more variety? Switch up your pudding flavors.
- Not serving these right away? Store them in the fridge until you are ready to serve.
Other Mini Desserts You’ll Love
Walking desserts are one of our favorite party and camping desserts. Make them today and enjoy!
Looking for other mini/easy desserts? Try these:
- Summer Sand Pudding
- Dessert Kabobs
- S’mores Cheese Ball
- Key Lime Pie Fudge
- Banana Pudding Fluff Salad
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Banana Pudding Walking Dessert
Ingredients
- 12 packages mini nila wafer cookies
- 1 3.4 oz package vanilla pudding mix (or approx. 12 vanilla pudding cups)
- 2 cups milk
- 2-3 bananas- sliced
- 12 Maraschino cherries and whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding according to package instructions and set aside until thickened.
- Open each bag of nila wafer cookies and remove half of the cookies. Layer about 2 tablespoons of pudding on top of half of the cookies and then add 4-5 banana slices. Add the remaining cookies and add another layer of pudding and bananas. Top with whipped cream and a cherry and serve!
Notes
You can replace the pudding mix with pudding cups; it may make the process go faster/easier
Cookies and Cream Walking Dessert
Ingredients
- 12 packages mini oreo cookies
- 1 3.4 oz vanilla pudding mix (or approx. 12 vanilla pudding cups)
- 2 cups milk
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Prepare pudding according to package instructions and set aside to allow to thicken.
- Open each bag of Oreos and remove half of the cookies. Place about 2 tablespoons (or half a pudding cup) on top of the cookies and layer the remaining Oreos on top. Top with whipped cream and crushed Oreos and serve.
Smore’s Walking Dessert
Ingredients
- 12 bags mini chips ahoy cookies
- Mini marshmallows
- Mini chocolate chips
- 1 3/4 oz box chocolate pudding mix (or approx.. 12 chocolate pudding cups)
- 2 cups milk
Instructions
- Prepare pudding according to package instructions and set aside to allow to thicken.
- Open each bag of Chips Ahoy cookies and remove half of the cookies. Place about 2 tablespoons (or half a pudding cup) on top of the cookies. Add about 2 Tablespoons mini marshmallows and 1 Tablespoon mini chocolate chips. Add remaining cookies and continue another layer of pudding, marshmallows, and chocolate chips.
- Top with whipped cream, marshmallows, and chocolate chips and serve.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Walking Dessert
Ingredients
- 12 packages mini nutter butter cookies
- 1 3/4 oz box chocolate pudding mix (or approx.. 12 chocolate pudding cups)
- 2 cups milk
- Mini chocolate chips
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Prepare pudding according to package instructions and set aside to allow to thicken.
- Open each bag of Nutter Butter cookies and remove half of the cookies.
- Place about 2 tablespoons (or half a pudding cup) on top of the cookies.
- Add about 1 Tablespoon mini chocolate chips.
- Add remaining cookies and continue another layer of pudding and chocolate chips.
- Top with whipped cream, and chocolate chips and serve.
