Orange Push Pop Pudding is a nostalgic, creamy dessert inspired by those classic orange Creamsicle-style push pops from childhood. It combines sweet citrus and vanilla flavors in a smooth pudding, often layered or served in clear cups (or even actual push pop molds, if you have them).
🍊 Orange Push Pop Pudding – Creamsicle-Inspired Dessert
🥣 Ingredients:
For the Orange Layer:
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1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
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1½ cups cold milk
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1 cup orange juice (fresh or from concentrate)
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Zest of ½ an orange (optional, for extra flavor)
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A few drops of orange food coloring (optional, for that bright push-pop look)
For the Cream Layer:
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1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (Cool Whip) or homemade whipped cream
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½ cup vanilla yogurt, sour cream, or additional pudding
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1 tsp vanilla extract
🔧 Instructions:
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Make the Orange Pudding:
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In a large bowl, whisk together vanilla pudding mix, milk, and orange juice.
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Add orange zest and food coloring, if using.
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Chill for 5–10 minutes until thickened.
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Make the Cream Layer:
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In a separate bowl, mix whipped topping with yogurt (or more pudding) and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
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Assemble:
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In clear cups, layer orange pudding and cream mixture alternately.
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Optional: Swirl slightly with a toothpick for a marbled look.
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Chill & Serve:
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Let set in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
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Top with orange sprinkles, whipped cream, or a mini orange slice if desired.
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🧊 Optional Presentation Ideas:
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Serve in push pop molds (if available) for a fun retro look.
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Freeze slightly to make a creamsicle pudding pop.
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Use orange gelatin (Jell-O) for a firmer base layer if layering with pudding.