Description
Enjoy a classic Banana Pudding, featuring layers of creamy vanilla pudding, fresh bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafers. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for gatherings and will surely delight your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe bananas
- 1 box (5.1 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box (12 oz) vanilla wafers
- Optional: additional banana slices and crushed vanilla wafers for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk. Whisk together until smooth and thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, pour in the heavy whipping cream. Beat on medium-high speed until it thickens.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the chilled pudding mixture using a spatula until smooth and creamy.
- Slice the ripe bananas into thin rounds.
- In a large trifle dish or 9×13 inch glass baking dish, layer the ingredients: start with vanilla wafers, then banana slices, and a layer of pudding. Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with pudding on top.
- Garnish with additional banana slices and crushed vanilla wafers.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Scoop out portions, ensuring to get layers of wafers, bananas, and pudding. Optionally, add a dollop of whipped cream on top before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for optimal sweetness.
- For a make-ahead option, prepare pudding and whipped cream separately and assemble just before serving to prevent sogginess.
- Feel free to experiment with different pudding flavors or add chocolate chips for a twist.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator, but note that wafers will soften over time.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes