Description
Classic Southern Banana Pudding is a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of creamy vanilla pudding, fresh bananas, and crispy vanilla wafers. This comforting treat is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to summer picnics. With its easy preparation and ability to customize with your favorite fruits or toppings, you can create a unique dessert that will impress everyone at the table. Indulge in this nostalgic classic and enjoy layers of sweetness and texture that make every bite a memorable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (5.1 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups cold whole milk
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 box (11 oz) vanilla wafers
- 4–5 ripe bananas, sliced
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened (about 2 minutes). Stir in sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold whipped cream into the pudding mixture until combined.
- In a 9×13 inch baking dish, layer vanilla wafers on the bottom. Follow with banana slices and spoon over some of the pudding mixture. Repeat these layers until all ingredients are used up.
- Crush a few vanilla wafers and sprinkle them on top for added texture.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 66mg