Instant pudding

[5] Additional ingredients sometimes used as a thickener include gums that are soluble in cold water, such as carrageenans and alginates.

[4] Some Jell-O brand instant puddings are vegan, such as those in vanilla, lemon, banana crème, and pistachio flavors.

[2] Many flavors of instant pudding are produced, with manufacturers including Kraft Foods and Jel Sert whose products are marketed under the Jell-O and Royal brand names.

[6] One serving (one-quarter of a box) of dry Jell-O chocolate-flavored instant pudding contains 110 calories, 430 mg sodium, 8 g carbohydrate, 18 g sugars, and 1 g of dietary fiber.

[9] In addition to being eaten as-is and used as a pie filling, instant pudding can be used in baked goods such as cakes and cookies.