The Best Banana Pudding (+Video)
Discover a delightful twist on a classic favorite with The Best Banana Pudding (+Video). This creamy, no-cook dessert features layers of rich vanilla pudding, fresh bananas, and crunchy Nilla wafers, making it the ideal treat for any occasion—from summer barbecues to cozy family dinners. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this pudding requires no baking and minimal effort, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the delicious results with your loved ones. Customize it with your favorite toppings for a unique flair that will impress guests of all ages. Dive into this crowd-pleaser and experience the comforting flavors of homemade banana pudding today!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 5 ounces INSTANT vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups milk (2% or higher)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 8 ounces whipped topping (thawed)
- 11 ounces Nilla wafers
- 5–7 bananas (sliced)
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese in a large bowl using an electric mixer until smooth.
- Add sweetened condensed milk, pudding mix, milk, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Gently fold in half of the whipped topping for lightness.
- Layer one-third of the Nilla wafers in a trifle dish, followed by sliced bananas and one-third of the pudding mixture.
- Repeat layering with remaining wafers, bananas, and pudding.
- Top with remaining whipped topping and refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg