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Delicious Banana Pudding Recipe: How to Make the Best Ever Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Description

This delicious banana pudding recipe combines creamy vanilla pudding, fresh bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafer cookies layered together to create a classic Southern dessert. Lightly sweetened whipped cream folds into the pudding for a smooth, airy texture, while additional whipped cream and banana slices top off the dish. Chill the assembled pudding for a few hours to let the flavors meld perfectly before serving. Ideal for family gatherings or potlucks, this easy no-bake dessert is a crowd-pleaser everyone will love.

Ingredients

Liquid Ingredients

  • 2 cups cold whole milk (480ml)
  • 1 (14-ounce/397g) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 cups heavy whipping cream, divided (720ml)
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 (5.1-ounce/144g) box instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided

Produce

  • 5 large bananas

Other

  • 1 (15-ounce/425g) box vanilla wafer cookies

Instructions

  1. Combine Milk and Condensed Milk: In a large bowl, whisk together the cold whole milk and sweetened condensed milk until fully combined to create a rich base for the pudding.
  2. Add Pudding Mix: Sprinkle the instant vanilla pudding mix into the milk mixture and whisk vigorously until smooth and lump-free. Refrigerate for 5 minutes or until the pudding has set slightly.
  3. Whip Cream for Folding: In a separate bowl, whip 2 cups of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract on high speed until stiff peaks form, creating a fluffy texture to incorporate into the pudding.
  4. Fold Whipped Cream into Pudding: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chilled pudding mixture until fully combined, ensuring not to deflate the airy whipped cream.
  5. Prepare Bananas: Peel and slice the bananas into ½-inch thick coins just before assembling the pudding layers to prevent browning and maintain freshness.
  6. Layer Cookies: Begin the assembly by placing a layer of vanilla wafer cookies on the bottom of a trifle dish or large serving bowl for a crunchy base.
  7. Layer Pudding: Spoon a quarter of the pudding mixture over the cookie layer and smooth evenly with a spatula to create a creamy layer.
  8. Repeat Layers: Continue layering by adding cookies, placing some upright along the edge, then banana slices, followed by another quarter of the pudding. Smooth the top again.
  9. Continue Layering: Repeat layering cookies, bananas, and pudding until all ingredients are used, alternating banana slices and cookies along the dish walls for a decorative look.
  10. Chill Dessert: Refrigerate the assembled banana pudding for at least 3 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the cookies to soften slightly.
  11. Whip Topping Cream: Using the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream with 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, whip until soft peaks form, about 2 minutes, to create the topping.
  12. Add Topping and Serve: Top the chilled pudding with the whipped cream, additional banana slices, and crumbled vanilla wafers if desired. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.

Notes

  • Slice bananas just before assembling to avoid browning.
  • For firmer pudding, refrigerate longer than 3 hours.
  • You can substitute light whipping cream for heavy cream to reduce fat content.
  • Use gluten-free vanilla wafers to make the recipe gluten-free if needed.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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