Last Updated on September 17, 2025
This strawberry pudding recipe is light, fruity, and bursting with fresh berry flavor. Whether you’re in the middle of strawberry season or just craving something cool and creamy, this homemade strawberry pudding is an easy dessert recipe that's perfect for warm weather, dinner parties, or simple make-ahead treats.
Why You'll Love This Strawberry Dessert
This recipe takes the classic comfort of pudding and gives it a fresh twist using real strawberries and coconut milk. It's a smooth, chilled dessert that's naturally sweet and easy to make-no artificial coloring, boxed mix, or complicated layers.
- Bursting with fresh strawberry flavor
- Naturally sweetened with optional sugar or honey
- Creamy texture thanks to gelatin and coconut milk
- A beautiful, fruity dessert recipe to make ahead
If you want to try a different flavored fruit pudding, try this creamy coconut mango pudding.
Ingredients Needed for Homemade Strawberry Pudding
This simple strawberry pudding dessert comes together with just a few basic ingredients:
- Strawberries - Use about 12 oz (around 3 cups), fresh or frozen and thawed
- Gelatin - Helps the pudding set to the perfect texture
- Water - To bloom the gelatin
- White Sugar - Optional, depending on the sweetness of your berries
- Coconut Milk - Adds creaminess and a subtle tropical note
How to Make Strawberry Pudding (Step-by-Step)
This easy dessert recipe is smooth, cool, and absolutely delightful. Here's how to make it:
Step 1: Make the Strawberry Mixture
- Add gelatin and water to a small bowl and whisk together for 30 seconds.
- Stir in the sugar (if using) and coconut milk.
Step 2: Puree the Strawberries
- Add fresh strawberries to a blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth to create a strawberry puree.
Step 3: Combine and Cook
- Pour the strawberry puree into the gelatin mixture and whisk to combine.
- Transfer the pudding mixture to a saucepan and place over medium-low heat.
- Stir constantly for 4-5 minutes until the gelatin is melted and the mixture is thickened.
Step 4: Chill and Set
- Pour the pudding into individual dishes or a large serving bowl.
- Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 3 hours, or overnight.
Optional Add-Ons and Serving Ideas
- Top with whipped cream and a few chopped strawberries for extra texture
- Layer with vanilla wafers for a strawberry version of banana pudding
- Spoon into a trifle bowl and layer with crushed cookies or granola
Make-Ahead Tips
- This is a perfect make-ahead dessert-prepare it the day before a dinner party or gathering.
- Store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Add your garnishes right before serving for the freshest look and flavor.
📋 Recipe
Strawberry Pudding
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ tablespoons unflavored gelatin
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 ½ tablespoons white sugar optional
- ½ cup coconut milk or whole milk
- 3 cups fresh strawberries about 12 ounces, hulled
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, add the gelatin and water. Whisk for 30 seconds to combine and bloom the gelatin.
- Add the sugar (if using) and coconut milk. Whisk until fully incorporated.
- In a blender or food processor, puree the strawberries until smooth.
- Pour the strawberry puree into the gelatin mixture and stir to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a small saucepan and place over medium-low heat.
- Whisk constantly for 4 to 5 minutes, until the gelatin has fully dissolved and the mixture has slightly thickened. Do not boil.
- Remove from heat and pour the pudding into individual serving dishes or ramekins.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until fully set.
- Serve chilled, plain or topped with whipped cream and chopped fresh strawberries.
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This homemade strawberry pudding is everything a good dessert should be: indulgent, easy to prepare, and full of fresh flavor. Make it once, and it'll become your go-to treat for spring, summer-or anytime you want a no-fuss sweet to wow your crowd!
