No-Bake Eggnog Pudding Parfaits
These no-bake eggnog pudding parfaits feature layers of spiced eggnog mousse, buttery graham cracker crumbs, and fluffy whipped cream. Creamy, festive, and easy to make, they’re a perfect holiday dessert for parties and make-ahead entertaining.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- electric mixer or whisk
- rubber spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- serving jars or dessert glasses
Ingredients
- 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz)
- 1 1/2 cups eggnog
- 1/4 cup spiced rum (optional)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pudding mix, eggnog, rum (if using), cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth. Refrigerate for about 10 minutes until set.
- Chill a mixing bowl and whisk, then beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Refrigerate until needed.
- Gently fold 2 cups of the whipped cream into the chilled pudding until light and fluffy. Transfer to a piping bag or zip-top bag and refrigerate.
- In a separate bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until evenly moistened.
- Spoon 1–2 tablespoons of graham cracker mixture into serving jars. Add a layer of eggnog mousse, top with remaining whipped cream, and sprinkle with nutmeg.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve chilled.
Notes
For best results, chill all components before assembling. Replace rum with extra eggnog for a non-alcoholic version. Enjoy within 48 hours for optimal texture and freshness.