16 Desserts in a Cup for Individual Servings
on Oct 12, 2022, Updated Nov 01, 2023
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These impressive desserts in a cup are perfect for individual servings! From classic mango panna cotta to easy mug cakes, these single-serve sweet treats are served in individual cups or glasses and you don’t have to share!
We’ve rounded up 16 easy desserts in a cup for you to get inspired.
Mango Panna Cotta
Creamy, rich, and smooth with stunning color, mango panna cotta is a quick and easy classic Italian dessert recipe that’s great to make ahead. The best panna cotta recipe I’ve ever made!
Perfect Chocolate Pudding
This homemade pudding is a stunning make-ahead mouthwatering dessert that’s creamy and smooth. It’s an easy recipe with a few simple ingredients: raspberry jello powder, cool whip, half and half milk, gelatin, unsweet chocolate and sugar.
Microwave Mug Cake
If you’re craving a sweet piece of cake but don’t want to drag out the mixer and a lot of ingredients, try making a microwave mug cake instead! It’s great for portion control, takes just 5 minutes, and will definitely satisfy your cravings for something sweet.
Homemade Microwave Pudding
Skip the saucepan and make this dreamy creamy pudding in the microwave instead! You can even customize this recipe to make chocolate, vanilla, or butterscotch flavors!
Oreo Dirt Pudding
Treat the kids to a special dessert of Oreo dirt pudding! It’s a classic no-bake dessert that everyone loves! Best of all, it’s served in individual cups and is mess-free.
Snowman Mocha Latte
This is the best way to get into the holiday spirit! They feature adorable homemade marshmallow snowmen on top of hot mocha lattes made with Dunkin’ Donuts French Vanilla K-cup Pods for a heartwarming treat everyone will love.
Mini Flower Pot Dirt Cake
These dirt cakes have milk chocolate pots filled with cheesecake and topped with oreo crumbs for dirt. They’re clever enough to fool people for April Fool’s Day, birthdays and other celebrations!
Key Lime Pie In A Jar
It’s creamy and refreshing plus it’s much easier to prepare than a traditional key lime pie. All you need are mason jars and a few ingredients to make this easy summer dessert!
Strawberry Chocolate Mousse
This is a festive make-ahead dessert you can make for special occasions including holidays, birthdays, Mother’s Day and Valentine’s Day! It’s easy to make with a few simple ingredients, some stemless wine glasses and a muffin tin.
Polka Dot Chocolate Pudding
Chocolate pudding with polka dot marshmallows is a no-bake dessert that’s easy and fun to make with just 3 ingredients! All you need is chocolate, cream and marshmallows. Perfect for Mother’s Day and Valentine’s Day as well as birthdays and parties.
Keto Microwave Cheesecake
Now you can make a delectable cheesecake right in your microwave! This recipe serves 2 and the cheesecake is perfectly portioned in single-serve ramekins. Sounds like a great idea for a Valentine’s Day dessert!
1 Minute Microwave Brownie
Brownies in a minute? Yes, please! These chocolatey creations would go great with some rich vanilla ice cream.
Microwave Apple Crisp
Apple-based desserts and crisp autumn days go hand-in-hand. This delightful dessert for one is ready to gobble up in just 8 minutes! Try it with a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra sweet touch.
Microwave Banana Bread
Everyone has a favorite banana bread recipe. Now you can add this microwavable version to your list. It’s made in a mug, takes minutes to prepare, and is completely vegan.
Cinnamon Roll In A Mug
The scent of cinnamon always makes us think of coffee. Set your coffeemaker before starting this dessert because it’s ready to eat in 1 minute! It’s perfect for when you’re craving a sweet and delicious weekday breakfast treat.
Blueberry Mug Muffin
Muffins are great as a snack or as a quick breakfast. These tasty treats are ready to eat in less than 10 minutes and perfect for when you need to grab and go!
Easy Dessert in a Cup: Panna Cotta Recipe
Ingredients
Mango Layer
- 2 cups cubed fresh mango
- 1 cup mango juice
- 1 envelope unflavored gelatin powder
Panna Cotta Layer
- 1 1/2 cups milk whole milk, preferred
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 3 envelopes unflavored gelatin powder
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Make mango puree using a blender or food processor.
- In a small bowl, add mango juice and sprinkle 1 envelope gelatin on top. Wait for a few minutes until gelatin softens and then mix with a spoon.
- Mix the mango puree with the mango gelatin mixture.
- Set wine glasses on an angle in a muffin tin. Pour the mixture into glasses about 1/2 inch below the rim.
- Chill in fridge for at least 2 hours to set.
- In the meantime, in a small saucepan, add milk and 3 envelopes of gelatin and wait for 5-10 minutes. (don’t place it over the heat yet.)
- Whisk the mixture together, and place the saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Add sugar and salt to the saucepan. Mix until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Remove saucepan from heat and stir in heavy cream and vanilla.
- Let it cool down to room temperature. Add the mixture to glasses on top of the mango layer. Chill for another 2 hours or until set.
Notes
Plan to cook this ahead of time as it needs to sit at least 4 hours.
Garnish with raspberries, strawberries before serving.
Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.
