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Easy No-Bake Bomb Pop Popsicle Cake

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A fun, festive, and easy no-bake summer dessert that layers creamy pudding and whipped topping with colorful bomb pop popsicle slices on a graham cracker crust.

Ingredients

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  • 8 to 10 Bomb Pop Popsicles (red, white, and blue layers), slightly softened for layering
  • 2 cups (16 fl oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups (16 fl oz) milk (whole or 2%, skim works too)
  • 1 ½ cups (5.3 oz) graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons (0.4 cup) melted butter
  • Fresh strawberries (optional, sliced for garnish or extra fruity layers)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until mixture resembles wet sand. Press evenly into bottom of a 9×9 inch square baking dish. Chill in fridge for 10 minutes.
  2. Make the pudding layer: In a large bowl, whisk together vanilla pudding mix and milk. Use electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until thickened. Let sit for 5 minutes to set.
  3. Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold whipped topping into pudding until fully combined and smooth, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Layer the popsicles: Remove bomb pop popsicles from sticks and slice into thin discs (about 1/4 inch thick). Arrange a layer of slices over chilled graham cracker crust.
  5. Add pudding cream layer: Spoon half of the pudding and whipped topping mixture over popsicle layer. Spread gently and evenly.
  6. Repeat layering: Add another layer of sliced popsicles, then top with remaining pudding mixture. Smooth top layer.
  7. Freeze: Cover dish with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. Serve: Remove from freezer about 10 minutes before serving to soften slightly. Garnish with fresh strawberries or extra whipped topping if desired.

Notes

Let popsicles soften slightly before slicing to avoid cracking. Use a warm knife dipped in hot water and dried between cuts for clean slices. Freeze overnight for best texture. Can substitute dairy-free ingredients for a dairy-free version. Graham cracker crust can be swapped for gluten-free crumbs for gluten-free option.

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Keywords: no-bake cake, bomb pop cake, summer dessert, popsicle cake, easy dessert, patriotic dessert, no oven dessert

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