Homemade strawberry pudding in a jar – a refreshing and creamy dessert made from fresh fruit

Name: Homemade strawberry pudding in a jar – a refreshing and creamy dessert made from fresh fruit
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 400 g fresh strawberries; 2–3 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon potato or corn starch; 500 ml milk; 1 packet vanilla pudding powder (not instant); 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional); 200 ml whipping cream (min. 30% fat); 1 tablespoon powdered sugar; fresh strawberries; mint leaves; whipped cream, chocolate shavings

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Easy to prepare
6 portions
20 minutes

Jan, 21. 12. 2025

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Forget store-bought puddings – you'll fall in love with this one at the first bite!

Are you looking for a sweet, fresh and at the same time quick dessert without unnecessary ingredients? This homemade strawberry pudding in a jar is the perfect combination of fresh fruit, smooth vanilla cream and fluffy whipped cream. It looks great on the table, tastes even better and is ready within an hour. Plus, you can easily adapt it to the season and your dietary preferences.

For 6 portions

Ingredients

Strawberry layer:

400 g fresh strawberries
2–3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon potato or corn starch

Vanilla pudding:

500 ml milk
1 packet vanilla pudding powder (not instant)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Cream layer:

200 ml whipping cream (min. 30% fat)
1 tablespoon powdered sugar

optional: 250 g mascarpone or quark (for a firmer texture)

Garnish:

fresh strawberries
mint leaves
whipped cream, chocolate shavings

Preparation procedure

Strawberry layer: Cut the strawberries into smaller pieces and put them in a pot. Add the sugar, lemon juice and simmer briefly until the strawberries soften and release their juice. Dissolve the starch in a little cold water and stir it into the strawberries. Cook until thickened and remove from the heat.
Vanilla pudding: Mix the milk with the pudding powder and sugar. Cook into a thick pudding, stirring constantly. After cooking, add the vanilla extract and cover with cling film to prevent a skin from forming. Let it cool partially.
Cream layer: Whip the cream with the powdered sugar until stiff. If you want a firmer consistency, fold in mascarpone or quark.
Assembling into jars: Into each jar add a layer of the strawberry mixture, vanilla pudding and the cream layer. Repeat the layers according to the height of the jar. Top with fresh strawberries, mint leaves, whipped cream or chocolate shavings. Chill the dessert in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Total preparation time

Preparation: about 20 minutes
Cooking and cooling: about 40 minutes
Total: about 60 minutes

Servings

4 to 6 jars depending on size

Conclusion

Homemade strawberry pudding in a jar is a delicious, light and visually impressive dessert that both children and adults will love. It stands out for its simplicity, natural ingredients and the fresh taste of strawberries. It’s perfect for summer, family celebrations or as a sweet finish to dinner. And furthermore – it looks so beautiful that it also makes a delightful edible gift.