Mint Chocolate Pudding Pots (Plantas de Menta y Chocolate) with Fresh Mint and Cookie Crumble

Looking for a refreshing dessert that’s as impressive as it is easy to make? These Mint Chocolate Pudding Pots (Plantas de Menta y Chocolate) are rich, silky, and bursting with cool peppermint flavor—perfect for warm weather entertaining or when you just want a no-fuss treat that still feels a little fancy.

Inspired by the classic flavor combo of mint and chocolate, this no-bake dessert layers creamy homemade pudding with a crunchy chocolate cookie topping and a fresh mint sprig for that final, elegant touch. Whether you're making them for a summer dinner party or a fun weeknight sweet, these pudding pots deliver comfort and sophistication in every spoonful.

Plus, they come together with pantry staples and require zero oven time—ideal for busy days or when you want to get the kids involved in the kitchen. Let’s dive in!

Ingredients

For the Pudding:

• 2/3 cup sugar

• 2 Tbsp cocoa powder

• 3 Tbsp cornstarch (maicena)

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

• 1 cup whole milk

• 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped (about 3/4 cup)

• 2 Tbsp unsalted butter

• 1/2 tsp peppermint extract

For the Topping:

• 15 chocolate wafers (or any chocolate cookie)

• 1 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• 6 fresh mint sprigs (for garnish)

Instructions

For the Pudding:

1. In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.

2. Add a splash of cream and whisk until no lumps remain. Gradually add the rest of the cream and milk, whisking to combine.

3. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it begins to bubble and thicken.

4. Remove from heat and stir in chopped chocolate, butter, and peppermint extract until smooth.

5. Divide the pudding evenly among small jars or ramekins. Chill for at least a few hours, ideally overnight, until set.

For the Topping:

1. Pulse chocolate wafers in a food processor until finely ground.

2. Add melted butter and pulse again until combined.

3. Just before serving, top each pudding with a spoonful or two of the cookie mixture. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig for that plant-inspired look!