Classic Banana Pudding Recipe
This classic Banana Pudding recipe is a creamy, dreamy dessert featuring layers of vanilla pudding, sweet condensed milk, fresh banana slices, and crunchy vanilla wafer cookies, topped with fluffy whipped topping. Perfect for any occasion, this no-bake treat comes together quickly and is best enjoyed chilled for a refreshing finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Banana Pudding Mixture
- 5 oz box vanilla pudding mix (1 family size box)
- 1 ½ cups cold milk
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
- 12 oz whipped topping, divided
Additional Ingredients
- 16 oz vanilla wafer cookies (1 box)
- 7–8 whole bananas, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding: In a large bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth. Refrigerate for at least 5 minutes to allow the pudding to set.
- Mix in condensed milk: Fold the sweetened condensed milk into the chilled pudding mixture until fully combined.
- Add whipped topping: Reserve 1 cup of whipped topping for garnish. Fold the remaining whipped topping gently into the pudding mixture. Return the pudding to the refrigerator while you prepare the bananas.
- Slice the bananas: Peel and slice the bananas evenly to layer in the dessert.
- Assemble the layers: In a trifle bowl or large serving dish, layer half of the vanilla wafer cookies on the bottom, followed by half of the banana slices, then half of the pudding mixture. Repeat the layering with the remaining cookies, bananas, and pudding, finishing with pudding on top.
- Add whipped topping and garnish: Spread the reserved 1 cup of whipped topping evenly over the top of the dessert. Garnish with crushed vanilla wafer cookies and additional banana slices for decoration.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the assembled banana pudding for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and cookies to soften before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use ripe but firm bananas to prevent browning.
- You can substitute homemade whipped cream for the whipped topping if preferred.
- The pudding can be made a day ahead and refrigerated overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Use airtight wrapping when storing leftovers to maintain freshness.
- Crushed wafers on top add a nice texture contrast.
Keywords: banana pudding, no-bake dessert, vanilla pudding, whipped topping, banana dessert, layered pudding, vanilla wafers
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