Begin by preparing the vanilla pudding according to the package instructions, whisking the mix into cold milk until smooth and thickened. Once ready, transfer it to a bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
Crush graham crackers or chocolate cookies into fine crumbs using a plastic bag and rolling pin, or a food processor. This will serve as the dirt layer for your graveyard scene.
Scoop a layer of the chilled pudding into each serving cup or jar, filling about a third of the way up. Smooth the top with the back of a spoon.
Sprinkle a generous layer of cookie crumbs over the pudding to resemble earth or dirt. This adds texture and a spooky ground effect.
Create small tombstones by inserting chocolate cookies or candies into the cookie crumb layer, or place pretzel sticks upright as grave markers.
Decorate the scene with gummy ghosts or marshmallows to appear as floating spirits hovering over the graveyard.
Top each cup with a final layer of pudding, covering the decorations and creating a smooth surface.
Use black icing to draw spooky details or messages on the tombstone candies or cookies for extra effect.
Ensure all decorations are securely in place, then chill the pudding cups for additional 10 minutes to set the scene.
Serve these hauntingly cute graveyard puddings chilled, and enjoy their spooky, textured appearance with friends or family.
