No Bake Strawberry Pudding Parfaits

0 Prepare the instant vanilla pudding: In a large mixing bowl,combine the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk. Whisk vigorously for about 2 minutes until the pudding thickens. Let it set for a few minutes in the refrigerator to firm up further.
3 Whip the heavy cream: In a separate mixing bowl, add the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer to whip the cream until stiff peaks form.
5 Fold whipped cream into pudding: Take the prepared vanilla pudding from the refrigerator and gently fold in the whipped cream. Be careful not to deflate the cream; fold until well combined, creating a smooth and airy texture.
Layer the Parfaits
1 Use individual serving glasses or small jars to create the layers. Start by adding a spoonful of the crushed Graham crackers followed by a spoonful of the pudding mixture to the bottom of each glass.
6 Place a few slices of fresh strawberries on top of the pudding layer, creating a vibrant and fruity layer.
7 Continue layering by adding more pudding mixture, followed by sliced strawberries. Repeat the process until you reach the top of the glass, finishing with a layer of strawberries.
9 To add some crunch and extra flavor, sprinkle crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs on top of the final strawberry layer.
8 Cover the parfaits with plastic wrap or the lids of the jars and refrigerate them for at least 1-2 hours or until ready to serve. Chilling allows the flavors to meld together and the dessert to set.
10 Before serving, you can add a small sprig of fresh mint as a garnish, which complements the strawberries beautifully. Enjoy the delicious, refreshing, and visually appealing no-bake strawberry pudding parfaits!