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Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers

Heavenly Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers for Any Occasion

This Heavenly Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers is a no-bake dessert that combines creamy pudding, ripe bananas, and crunchy wafers, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Base
  • 8 ounces Softened Cream Cheese Ensure it's very soft for smooth mixing.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Can be substituted with a homemade milk-sugar mixture.
  • 2 packs Instant Vanilla Pudding Essential for achieving luscious pudding texture.
  • 3 cups Cold Milk For best creaminess, use whole milk.
For the Whipped Layer
  • 1.5 cups Cool Whip Can be swapped for stabilized homemade whipped cream.
For Layering
  • 1 box Vanilla Wafers Can use Graham crackers or shortbread cookies for a twist.
  • 4 medium Ripe Bananas Use ripe bananas for optimal sweetness and texture.

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Trifle Dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Easy Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers
  1. In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Gradually mix in the sweetened condensed milk until silky.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until well combined and thick, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides to incorporate all the mix evenly.
  3. Pour the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mix, and blend on low speed for about 30 seconds. Gently fold in the Cool Whip using a spatula.
  4. In a large trifle dish or casserole dish, layer the vanilla wafers at the bottom, followed by sliced bananas, and then the creamy pudding mixture. Repeat up to 3 layers high.
  5. Spread the remaining Cool Whip over the last layer of pudding, smoothing it out. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  6. When ready to serve, garnish with crushed vanilla wafers and fresh banana slices. Scoop out servings and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best texture, serve the banana pudding within 4 to 24 hours. To prevent bananas from browning, layer them between the pudding and wafers.

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