Recipe Introduction:
This Best Banana Pudding is a creamy, indulgent dessert that’s sure to become a family favorite. Layers of sweet vanilla pudding, ripe bananas, and Nilla wafers come together to create the perfect combination of flavors and textures. Topped with whipped cream for extra indulgence, it’s a crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion!
Ingredients:
5 to 6 ripe bananas, sliced
2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups cold milk
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
1 box vanilla wafer cookies
Instructions:
Prepare the pudding: In a large bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, and sweetened condensed milk. Whisk together until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
Layer the ingredients: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, arrange a layer of Nilla wafer cookies at the bottom. Then, layer the sliced bananas on top of the cookies.
Add pudding: Pour half of the prepared pudding mixture over the bananas and cookies. Smooth it out evenly.
Repeat the layers: Add another layer of Nilla wafers and bananas, then pour the remaining pudding mixture on top.
Top with whipped cream: Spread the thawed whipped topping over the pudding, smoothing it out to cover evenly.
Chill: Refrigerate the banana pudding for at least 3-4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
Serve: Once chilled, serve and enjoy!
This easy, no-bake dessert is perfect for any occasion and will have everyone coming back for seconds!