18 Dessert Cups For Parties

Serving desserts in a cup works well for parties since everyone gets their own treat. These recipes cover everything from cheesecake and banana pudding to layered chocolate desserts.

Individual dessert cups are perfect for any get-together where you need to feed a crowd. Some can even chill in the fridge until you’re ready to serve, making them a no-fuss option. Let us know in the comments which ones you want to try.

1. Cheesecake Cups

Cheesecake cups with a graham cracker crust and berries on top.
Photo Credit: Living Chirpy

These Cheesecake cups take only 10 minutes to prep. The ground pecan base adds its own flavor without making the dessert heavy.

Get the Recipe: Cheesecake Cups

2. Oreo Dirt Pudding In Cups

Oreo dirt pudding cups with chocolate pudding and crushed Oreos.
Photo Credit: Persnickety Plates

This Oreo dirt pudding is a rich chocolate treat with crushed cookies layered throughout. You can add fun toppings like gummy worms to make them even more kid-friendly.

Get the Recipe: Oreo Dirt Pudding In Cups

3. Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding

Banana pudding in a cup with Nilla wafers and a "YUM" flag.
Photo Credit: Love From The Oven

Magnolia Bakery banana pudding blends creamy pudding with fresh bananas and cookies for a crowd-pleasing treat. They’re a fun party dessert, especially when served in colorful cups.

Get the Recipe: Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding

4. S’mores in a Jar

S'mores parfait in a jar with graham cracker, chocolate mousse, and whipped cream.
Photo Credit: Camp. Grill. Eat.

S’mores in a Jar layers graham crackers, marshmallow fluff, and chocolate pudding into a fun dessert. Plus, it’s easy to prepare ahead of time and chill until serving.

Get the Recipe: S’mores in a Jar

5. Strawberry Mousse

Strawberry mousse in a glass, topped with whipped cream and a strawberry.
Photo Credit: Living Chirpy

This strawberry mousse brings a creamy texture that highlights the flavor of fresh strawberries. Plus, it uses simple ingredients and sets quickly for an easy dessert.

Get the Recipe: Strawberry Mousse

6. Affogato

Affogato with a scoop of ice cream in a glass on a plate.
Photo Credit: It’s Not Complicated Recipes

Affogato combines ice cream with hot espresso for a simple dessert that everyone loves. It’s simple to make and delicious.

Get the Recipe: Affogato

7. Dubai Strawberry Cup

Strawberry and raspberry parfait in a jar with chocolate shavings and pistachios.
Photo Credit: Sugar & Soul

Dubai strawberry cups stack chocolate and fruit into a layered treat. You might have seen Dubai strawberry cups go viral on Instagram or TikTok a while ago; now you can make them too!

Get the Recipe: Dubai Strawberry Cup

8. Vanilla Mousse

Dessert cups with layers of brownie, banana slices, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings.
Photo Credit: The Feathered Nester

Vanilla Mousse feels light and creamy while keeping the flavor simple. Plus, it pairs well with fruit or caramel if you want to change it up.

Get the Recipe: Vanilla Mousse

9. Raspberry Cheesecake Cups

Raspberry cheesecake cups with a white layer, pink layer, whipped cream, and raspberry.
Photo Credit: Simply Stacie

Raspberry cheesecake cups give you a creamy base with a light berry flavor. They’re great for warm weather or any time of year.

Get the Recipe: Raspberry Cheesecake Cups

10. Butterscotch Pudding

Butterscotch pudding in dessert cups, topped with whipped cream.
Photo Credit: Simply Stacie

This butterscotch pudding has a warm caramel flavor that comes from dark brown sugar. Plus, the smooth texture makes it a simple comfort dessert to chill and serve.

Get the Recipe: Butterscotch Pudding

11. Oreo Mousse Cups

Oreo mousse in dessert cups, topped with crushed Oreos and a whole Oreo.
Photo Credit: Our Love Language is Food

Oreo mousse blends creaminess with cookie pieces in a light, fluffy mixture. After that, it chills quickly, so it’s ready for serving in just a short time.

Get the Recipe: Oreo Mousse Cups

12. Pumpkin Custard

Pumpkin custard cups topped with whipped cream and chopped pecans.
Photo Credit: The Feathered Nester

Pumpkin custard gives you the flavor of pumpkin pie without needing a crust. It makes a cozy fall dessert that’s always a crowd pleaser.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Custard

13. Malabi

Malabi dessert cups with a white layer, red syrup, pistachios, and coconut flakes.
Photo Credit: The Cooking Foodie

Malabi is a cool, milk-based Middle Eastern dessert that’s lightly flavored and topped with nuts. It’s served cold, making it a refreshing option on warm days.

Get the Recipe: Malabi

14. Gingerbread Cheesecake Jars

Dessert cups with gingerbread cookies, whipped cream, and a cinnamon stick.
Photo Credit: xoxoBella

Gingerbread cheesecake jars stack spiced crumbs, creamy filling, and whipped topping into neat single-serve jars. Plus, they come together quickly, making them great for holiday events.

Get the Recipe: Gingerbread Cheesecake Jars

15. Golden Oreo Sand Pudding

Golden Oreo sand pudding cups with pudding layers, crushed golden Oreos, a gummy starfish, and a paper umbrella.
Photo Credit: Persnickety Plates

Golden Oreo sand pudding uses a cookie “sand” layer to create a fun summer dessert. After that, the smooth pudding adds a simple sweetness that works well in cups.

Get the Recipe: Golden Oreo Sand Pudding

16. Homemade Lemon Curd

Lemon curd in a jar with squeezed lemon halves and a lemon juicer.
Photo Credit: I Heart Eating

This homemade lemon curd comes together with just a few ingredients and is a refreshing treat. You can easily adjust the sweetness to match your preference.

Get the Recipe: Homemade Lemon Curd

17. Rabdi Cheesecake

Rabdi cheesecake in glasses, garnished with pistachios and rose petals.
Photo Credit: Cookilicious

Rabdi cheesecake is an Indian-inspired dessert that blends creamy ricotta with warm spices. Also, it sets quickly, so it’s ready fast when you need something special.

Get the Recipe: Rabdi Cheesecake

18. Oreo Chocolate Brownie Cups

oreo dessert in cup
Photo Credit: The Cookin’ Chicks

These Oreo chocolate brownie cups layer brownies, pudding, and whipped topping for a dessert that feels decadent. You can never go wrong with an Oreo dessert.

Get the Recipe: Oreo Chocolate Brownie Cups

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