This banana pudding is pure nostalgia with a delicious twist—layers of creamy pudding, fresh bananas, fluffy whipped topping, and soft vanilla wafers. It’s cool, comforting, and always the first dish to disappear at any gathering. The best part? No baking required! Just chill and let the magic happen. ✨
📝 Ingredients
- 1 box (5.1 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tub (8 oz) Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 box Nilla wafers
- 4–5 ripe bananas, sliced
- Optional: Extra whipped cream or crushed wafers for topping
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ In a large bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened.
2️⃣ Stir in the sweetened condensed milk until fully combined.
3️⃣ Fold in the Cool Whip gently until light and creamy.
4️⃣ In a 9×13-inch dish, layer vanilla wafers on the bottom. Add a layer of banana slices, then spoon a layer of the pudding mixture over the top.
5️⃣ Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with pudding on top.
6️⃣ Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best!) to let the flavors mingle and the wafers soften.
7️⃣ Before serving, top with extra whipped cream, banana slices, or crushed wafers for texture. 🍌
💡 Tips for Perfect Pudding
- Use ripe but firm bananas so they hold their shape.
- Want extra banana flavor? Use banana cream pudding mix instead of vanilla.
- For a rich twist, layer in sweet cream cheese or vanilla bean paste!
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ No-bake and foolproof
✔️ Perfectly creamy with sweet banana flavor in every bite
✔️ A Southern classic that never goes out of style
✔️ Great for make-ahead gatherings, picnics, and parties
Want a mini mason jar version for parties or a from-scratch custard twist? Just say the word! 💛
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