There may not be anything more classic when it comes to a quick, all-American dessert than Jell-O and Girl Scout cookies. The pudding cups have been staples in lunch boxes and a go-to after-school snack for years, with favorite flavors like chocolate, vanilla, and butterscotch satisfying the sweet tooth of fans of all ages. And ordering boxes (by the dozen, probably) of Trefoils, Lemonades, and Peanut Butter Sandwiches is always a welcome sign that spring is approaching.
In a pairing that honestly just makes sense, Jell-O has collaborated with none other than Girl Scouts to create cups with a mixable cookie crumble topping that adds a sweet and satisfying crunch to its creamy pudding.
Details on the New Jell-O Girl Scout Pudding Cups
The two new flavor combos include the always-popular Thin Mints, featuring dark chocolate pudding and Thin Mint cookie pieces, and Coconut Caramels, with caramel pudding and Coconut Caramel cookie pieces. This new format for Jell-O gives pudding cup lovers the ideal balance of texture for a delicious treat that's mixed up when it's time to eat—the crumbles stay crumbly and don't get soggy.
"At Jell-O, we are always looking for new ways to excite and delight our fans," said brand manager Colleen Koubek in a press release. "Our Jell-O Girl Scout Pudding Cups mark our first flavor collaboration in over a decade, bringing together the iconic flavors of two beloved brands to create two fan-favorite cookie flavors in our signature pudding cups."
First developed in the late 19th century, Jell-O has a long history of becoming a quintessential part of American homes. From the ubiquitous fruit-filled Jell-O molds of the' 60s, to frozen pudding pops and party-ready Jell-O shots, it's true that "There's always room for Jell-O," as the advertisements said. And Girl Scout cookies have made a name for themselves in their own right: 200 million boxes are sold each year, supporting girls learning new skills and entrepreneurship.
Starting this month, you can find Jell-O Girl Scout Pudding Cups in convenient two-packs retailing for $3 at your local grocery store.