For a delicious treat with minimal washing up, consider picking up a dessert pot! All of the big brands, including Cadbury, Gü, Alpro and Ambrosia, offer mini puddings for an afternoon treat or a post-dinner sugar hit. From melt-in-the-middle soufflés and dairy-based rice puddings to vegan and gluten-free cheesecakes, there are yummy options for every dietary need.
We've chosen the tastiest ten products available at Amazon, Tesco, ASDA and Waitrose, ranking them according to flavour and value. Whether you prefer creamy custard, old-school jelly or a decadent chocolate dessert, you'll find the perfect pot here!
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Satisfy Chocolate Cravings With These Delicious Plant-Based Pots
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There's something very satisfying about a classic pudding such as a layered cheesecake, a salted caramel pudding or even a simple pot of chocolate. These types of desserts often need to be heated up, so they're the perfect comfort food in the colder weather.
We think that a rich pudding with one of these flavours is the best choice if you're serving up a fancy dinner for guests and want to save time on the dessert whilst still offering a sophisticated end to the meal! Who can deny the burst of joy that a choccy pud provides?
Check out some of our favourite mouthwatering cheesecakes!
Let's face it, not all of us are fans of decadent desserts as they can be a bit stodgy. After a heavy meal, something light and refreshing is a more suitable way to round off the evening — this is where fruity dessert pots come in!
A pudding made with tropical ingredients like zesty passion fruit and sweet banana makes a wonderful choice for a summer treat. Plus, the sour tang of passion fruit is great if straightforward sweetness feels too much for you.
How about a nostalgic throwback such as wobbly jelly, creamy custard or a stodgy rice pudding like your grandma used to make? These retro desserts are a wonderful choice if you're feeling glum or in need of comfort.
Traditionally these desserts need some prep-time, so if you're looking for a simple mid-week treat but don't want the hassle of making it yourself then a ready-to-eat version is a superb choice!
Read all about the best creamy custards here if you need more recommendations.
Nowadays, more and more of us are opting for tasty plant-based desserts, meaning that companies are constantly striving to produce delicious dairy-free alternatives to your favourite puddings.
Dessert pots made with soy or coconut cream are popular options for vegans and those who are allergic to milk, as they have a similar consistency to dairy. Plus, coconut also offers a subtle taste that doesn't overpower other flavours.
Craving cruelty-free treats? We love these yummy vegan desserts!
While it feels almost impossible to avoid plastic when shopping for groceries these days, it can be worth thinking about recyclable and reusable packaging options. It's good to research whether and how your council recycles plastic pots so you can dispose of them in the greenest way possible.
Alternatively, some brands use glass which is much more eco-friendly as it's very widely recycled. You could also reuse glass pots as tealight holders or use them for storing homemade desserts!
Products | Image | Click to purchase | Key features | |
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1 | The Coconut Collaborative Little Chocolate Pots | ![]() | Satisfy Chocolate Cravings With These Delicious Plant-Based Pots | |
2 | Gü Chocolate Soufflés | ![]() | Indulgent, Melt-in-the-Middle Soufflés | |
3 | Hartley's 10 Cal Rhubarb & Custard Flavour Jelly | ![]() | A Low-Calorie Jelly Pot With a Retro Flavour Combo | |
4 | Gü Free From Chocolate & Vanilla Cheesecakes | ![]() | A Scrumptious Pair of Choc-tastic Cheesecakes | |
5 | Rachel's Organic Divine Rice | ![]() | A Delicate Organic Rice Pudding Duo | |
6 | Alpro Dark Chocolate Dessert | ![]() | Calcium-Rich, Low-Fat Choc Desserts Made From Soya | |
7 | Pots & Co Passion Fruit & Banana Posset | ![]() | Tropical Vegan Puds With Plenty of Fruit Goodness | |
8 | Ambrosia Chocolate Flavour Devon Custard | ![]() | A Mini Portion of Comforting Chocolate Custard | |
9 | Gü Apple & Salted Caramel Sponge Puddings | ![]() | Sweet, Saucy Pudding to Heat Up at Home | |
10 | Cadbury Dairy Milk Caramel Pots of Joy | ![]() | Cheap and Cheerful Pots With A Sweet Caramel Layer |
These pots might be small but they pack in plenty of flavour! The chocolate is dark and rich while the texture is super smooth. Although the recipe is vegan, it captures the joy of chocolate better than any dairy-based pudding on our list. Coconut cream is where these pots get their unfathomable richness, beneath an intense cacao hit.
Best of all, these pots are only 100 calories each so they're a healthy-ish treat. They're also gluten-free and you get four puddings per pack, making them fantastic value for money. Technically they could work well for families, but they're so moreish that you might decide to keep them all to yourself!
You can't beat this pair of puddings from Gü if you're craving soufflé. The chocolate hit combines with an airy texture to make this more than just your run-of-the-mill weeknight dessert — it's total luxury in a pot!
We love the fact you can pop these puds in the oven for 12 minutes and achieve a truly superior dining experience. Considering the decadent texture and taste, the saturated fat levels aren't sky-high and the reusable glass pots are handy too.
Perhaps one of the more underrated and overlooked dessert pot options on the market, this wobbly pudding is a fantastic low-fat, low-sugar and low-calorie choice! Hartley's offers a range of flavours but this '70s throwback with tart rhubarb and creamy custard is our favourite.
These totally plant-based desserts are perfect for vegans and vegetarians, plus they contain less than a gram of fat and only half a gram of sugar per pot. The ideal grab-and-go pud if you need something speedy from the fridge!
If cheesecake is your go-to choice of dessert, we reckon you'll love Gü's mini ramekins of dairy-free and gluten-free goodness! Layers of silky choc ganache and vanilla-infused coconut cream make this a rich, rewarding after-dinner treat.
This duo of desserts has just the right amount of sweetness without being overpowering, which is why it's in our top 5. However, they're 320 calories per pot and the sugar content is pretty high so try not to indulge too often!
For a tasty twist on the classic rice pudding, we urge you to try this dreamy version that's made with all organic ingredients. The flavour is delicate, while the thick texture offers plenty of bite.
Best of all, these puddings can be enjoyed hot or cold depending on your mood — or how much time you have left on your lunch break! They're not too rich either, so you won't feel bloated or sickly afterward.
These dark choc delights are entirely plant-based, so they're ideal for the vegan-curious and those with a dairy allergy. The soya base means they contain 3.1 g of protein per pot, plus they're a source of calcium and vitamin B2.
The saturated fat is particularly low here, at just 1 g per pot, so if you're trying to lose weight then this is a healthy dessert option. These puddings can even be stored in the cupboard if you don't have much fridge space, although they taste best chilled.
Looking for a fruity plant-based pudding pot? We really rate these possets (traditional British cold-set desserts) from Pots & Co, which combine tangy passion fruit with sweet banana. They're ideal if you prefer to avoid anything too rich or heavy, but might not quite hit the spot if you want something really decadent.
We like the fact that these puddings pack in lots of flavour without going overboard on your daily saturated fat allowance. Enjoy over two evenings or share with a loved one if you're feeling generous.
What could be more cosy or delicious than a pot of custard? Perhaps a chocolate flavoured one! Ambrosia has been providing the UK with heavenly desserts for over 100 years and the nostalgic taste of their creamy custard never disappoints.
Surprisingly low in fat but high in sugar, this little pot is a moment of joy that you deserve, although it's sadly no good for vegans or those who are lactose intolerant. The packaging is also plastic and not easily recycled, so think about how you can reuse it in your home!
Comforting and cheering no matter the weather outside, these apple and salted caramel puds take less than a minute to warm through and need no side helpings as they taste dreamy alone.
Both fats and sugars are particularly high here, so this is very much a treat that should be enjoyed in moderation. However, the small portions help to avoid over-eating and would make a lovely finish to a date night. The glass pots win recycling points too!
If, like us, you have the sweetest of sweet teeth then we think you'll love this quartet of choc and caramel desserts from Cadbury. The wobbly texture sits somewhere between yoghurt and pudding, which sounds wrong but is oh-so-right!
These ultra-sugary yoghurts might be too sickly for some, and they contain pork gelatine so aren't suitable for every diet. But as a cheap, cheerful dessert option for all the family, they're simply unsurpassed when it comes to value for money!
Written and researched by Annie Hopkins
No. 1: The Coconut Collaborative|Little Chocolate Pots
No. 2: Gü|Chocolate Soufflés
No. 3: Hartley's|10 Cal Rhubarb & Custard Flavour Jelly
No. 4: Gü|Free From Chocolate & Vanilla Cheesecakes
No. 5: Rachel's Organic|Divine Rice
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