Learn how to make thick and creamy instant jell-o pudding using non-dairy milk with this helpful guide. We test three common vegan milks, almond, oat, and coconut milk, to find out the proper ratio to make dairy-free instant pudding.
Have you ever wondered if you can substitute milk in a jell-o pudding mix with non-dairy milk? You are not alone in this query. After trial and error I have found the best ratios of non-dairy milk to instant pudding mix for the creamiest dairy-free instant pudding.
Whether you are planning to eat your dairy-free pudding plain or you are adding it to a dessert, this simple guide will walk you through replacing traditional milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk to make instant pudding.
The ratios and pudding testing conducted in this post focus completely on Jell-O brand instant pudding. While the ratios might work for other instant pudding brands I cannot vouch for the outcome and would not recommend using these ratios with the cook and serve versions of Jell-O pudding.
If you don’t have nut allergies, you can totally use almond milk, or even coconut milk or cashew milk. My favorite kind of non-dairy milk to use in Jell-O pudding is rice milk.
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Is Jell-O Pudding Vegan?
The base ingredients for most Jell-O brand instant puddings are dairy-free as well as vegan. By using a non-dairy milk such as coconut, almond, or oat milk you keep this simple instant pudding dairy-free/ vegan.
After looking through some of the most common flavors I have yet to find one containing milk or gelatin (two animal byproducts often associated with Jell-O brand pudding).
*Bottom Line* Check the packaging to be sure you are selecting a flavor without milk or animal byproducts, such as gelatin, if you are making Jell-O instant pudding vegan.
Storing Dairy-Free Instant Pudding
Once you have whipped up a batch of non-dairy instant pudding you can use it for a dessert or go about storing it to snack on later.
To store instant pudding keep in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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FAQ
Can you substitute coconut milk in instant pudding?
What can I use if I don’t have coconut milk?
How do you thicken coconut milk pudding?
Can you substitute canned coconut milk for whole milk?
Can you substitute milk for coconut milk in instant pudding?
To substitute milk for coconut milk in instant pudding, you need to use 3/4 of the coconut of milk called for on the package. For example, if the instructions call for 2 cups of milk, use 1 1/2 cups of coconut milk. Instant Pudding with Coconut Milk is easy to make as long as you know the right ratios.
Is coconut milk powder just as beneficial as regular coconut milk?
Nutrition wise, both coconut milk powder and regular coconut milk have the same benefits. It is just that coconut milk powder has a longer shelf life and is easy to store.
Can you make dairy free pudding with coconut milk?
You can make dairy free pudding with coconut milk from scratch. However, instant pudding is an incredibly easy dessert for anyone who doesn’t want to bother. If you’re dairy free, you may have tried to make instant pudding with coconut milk and found it to be too liquidy.
What can I substitute for milk in instant pudding?
To substitute one cup of milk in instant pudding, use one cup of unsweetened soy milk. To ensure that the pudding sets properly, you’ll also need to whisk in 2 tablespoons of cornstarch or arrowroot starch to the pudding mixture and cook (see recipe below). 5. Oat Milk