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The Best Banana Pudding: A Classic Dessert

The Best Banana Pudding: A Classic Dessert

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A quintessential American comfort dessert with layers of creamy vanilla pudding, ripe bananas, and vanilla wafers. Chilled to perfection for a crowd-pleasing treat.

  • Total Time: 260
  • Yield: 10-12 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix (3.4 oz box)
2 cups cold milk
1 (8 oz) container frozen whipped topping (thawed)
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12 oz) container frozen whipped topping (thawed)
2 cups boiling water
Vanilla Wafers (10-12 oz bag)
4 large ripe bananas (yellow with brown spots)

Instructions

Combine boiling water and pudding mix in a heatproof bowl until smooth.
Fold in cold milk and sweetened condensed milk until blended.
Mix both whipped toppings into the pudding until fully incorporated.
Slice bananas and layer half in a serving dish.
Alternate with vanilla wafers, remaining banana slices, and pudding mixture.
Cover and chill for at least 4 hours (or overnight) for best results.

Notes

Use whole milk for richest flavor.
Chilling melds the flavors for optimal taste.
Cool Whip is ideal for whipped topping.
Substitute dairy-free milk/wafer for vegan option.

  • Author: Tiramisu Cake
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Category: No-Bake Creamy Desserts
  • Method: Assembling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg