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!
For those after a quick look, here is our Top 5:
For a more in-depth look at the comprehensive top 10 selection, make sure to read on to learn more about the different types of dessert pots available and understand how our ranking was determined.
This article's chosen EC site price listings are reflective of its publishing date.
Image | 1 ![]() The Coconut Collaborative | 2 ![]() Gü | 3 ![]() Hartley's | 4 ![]() Gü | 5 ![]() Rachel's Organic | 6 ![]() Alpro | 7 ![]() Pots & Co | 8 ![]() Ambrosia | 9 ![]() Gü | 10 ![]() Cadbury |
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Name | Little Chocolate Pots | Chocolate Soufflés | 10 Cal Rhubarb & Custard Flavour Jelly | Free From Chocolate & Vanilla Cheesecakes | Divine Rice | Dark Chocolate Dessert | Passion Fruit & Banana Posset | Chocolate Flavour Devon Custard | Apple & Salted Caramel Sponge Puddings | Dairy Milk Caramel Pots of Joy |
Features | Satisfy Chocolate Cravings With These Delicious Plant-Based Pots | Indulgent, Melt-in-the-Middle Soufflés | A Low-Calorie Jelly Pot With a Retro Flavour Combo | A Scrumptious Pair of Choc-tastic Cheesecakes | A Delicate Organic Rice Pudding Duo | Calcium-Rich, Low-Fat Choc Desserts Made From Soya | Tropical Vegan Puds With Plenty of Fruit Goodness | A Mini Portion of Comforting Chocolate Custard | Sweet, Saucy Pudding to Heat Up at Home | Cheap and Cheerful Pots With A Sweet Caramel Layer |
Price | £3.25 | £2.00 | £0.75 | £2.00 | £2.25 | £1.25 | £2.95 | £0.59 | £2.00 | £1.00 |
Flavour | Chocolate | Chocolate | Rhubarb and custard | Chocolate and vanilla | Cream | Chocolate | Passion fruit and banana | Chocolate | Apple and salted caramel | Chocolate and caramel |
Plant-Based | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
Pot Material | Plastic | Glass | Plastic | Glass | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Glass | Plastic |
Saturated Fat Per Pot | 4.3 g | 11.6 g | 0.1 g | 15.3 g | 5.25 g | 1 g | 7.6 g | 2.3 g | 7.6 g | 4.9 g |
Sugars Per Pot | 8.8 g | 15.1 g | 0.5 g | 21.4 g | 15.6 g | 14.8 g | 15.9 g | 21.5 g | 25.6 g | 16.9 g |
Number of Pots | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
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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!
This ranking has been compiled by the writing team at mybest UK via careful evaluation of the points made in the buying guide and thorough research of each product and comparing multiple verified customer reviews across the EC sites used.
£3.25
Flavour | Chocolate |
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Plant-Based | Yes |
Pot Material | Plastic |
Saturated Fat Per Pot | 4.3 g |
Sugars Per Pot | 8.8 g |
Number of Pots | 4 |
£2.00
Flavour | Chocolate |
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Plant-Based | No |
Pot Material | Glass |
Saturated Fat Per Pot | 11.6 g |
Sugars Per Pot | 15.1 g |
Number of Pots | 2 |
£0.75
Flavour | Rhubarb and custard |
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Plant-Based | Yes |
Pot Material | Plastic |
Saturated Fat Per Pot | 0.1 g |
Sugars Per Pot | 0.5 g |
Number of Pots | 1 |
£2.00
Flavour | Chocolate and vanilla |
---|---|
Plant-Based | Yes |
Pot Material | Glass |
Saturated Fat Per Pot | 15.3 g |
Sugars Per Pot | 21.4 g |
Number of Pots | 2 |
£2.25
Flavour | Cream |
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Plant-Based | No |
Pot Material | Plastic |
Saturated Fat Per Pot | 5.25 g |
Sugars Per Pot | 15.6 g |
Number of Pots | 2 |
£1.25
Flavour | Chocolate |
---|---|
Plant-Based | Yes |
Pot Material | Plastic |
Saturated Fat Per Pot | 1 g |
Sugars Per Pot | 14.8 g |
Number of Pots | 4 |
£2.95
Flavour | Passion fruit and banana |
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Plant-Based | Yes |
Pot Material | Plastic |
Saturated Fat Per Pot | 7.6 g |
Sugars Per Pot | 15.9 g |
Number of Pots | 2 |
£0.59
Flavour | Chocolate |
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Plant-Based | No |
Pot Material | Plastic |
Saturated Fat Per Pot | 2.3 g |
Sugars Per Pot | 21.5 g |
Number of Pots | 1 |
£2.00
Flavour | Apple and salted caramel |
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Plant-Based | No |
Pot Material | Glass |
Saturated Fat Per Pot | 7.6 g |
Sugars Per Pot | 25.6 g |
Number of Pots | 2 |
£1.00
Flavour | Chocolate and caramel |
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Plant-Based | No |
Pot Material | Plastic |
Saturated Fat Per Pot | 4.9 g |
Sugars Per Pot | 16.9 g |
Number of Pots | 4 |
Written and researched by Annie Hopkins
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