This Banana Pudding is a timeless dessert, layered with vanilla wafers, ripe bananas, and a luscious blend of pudding and cream cheese. It’s the perfect dessert for gatherings or a sweet treat at home.
Ingredients:
- 11 oz box Vanilla Wafers
- 4 to 6 bananas, sliced
- 2 cups milk
- 1 (5 oz) box Instant French Vanilla pudding
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 (12 oz) container frozen whipped topping, thawed (or equal amount sweetened whipped cream)
Instructions:
- Layer the Dish:
- Cover the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish with half of the vanilla wafers.
- Slice the bananas into 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness and layer them over the wafers.
- Prepare the Pudding:
- In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer to combine the milk and instant pudding mix until smooth and thickened.
- Mix the Cream Cheese Layer:
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk together until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping using a rubber spatula.
- Combine and Layer:
- Fold the prepared pudding into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Pour this creamy mixture over the wafers and bananas in the dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top with the remaining vanilla wafers.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the pudding for at least 1 hour to allow it to set and the flavors to meld together.
Serving Suggestion:
Serve this Banana Pudding chilled for a refreshing and creamy dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes (including chilling) | Servings: 15
Enjoy this classic Banana Pudding, a creamy and comforting dessert that everyone will love! 🍌✨