This classic dessert is a creamy and dreamy delight. With layers of vanilla wafers, sweet bananas, and a rich pudding mixture, it’s no wonder this banana pudding is considered the best!
Ingredients:
Ingredient Quantity
Vanilla Wafers 2 boxes
Bananas, sliced 6-8
Milk 2 cups
French Vanilla pudding mix 1 (5 oz) box
Cream cheese, softened 1 (8 oz) package
Sweetened condensed milk 1 (14 oz) can
Frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 (12 oz) container
Instructions:
Prepare the Pudding Mixture:
Combine milk and pudding mix in a large bowl. Whisk for 2 minutes until smooth and thickened.
Refrigerate until set.
Cream Cheese Layer:
Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
Gradually add sweetened condensed milk and mix until combined.
Combine Pudding and Cream Cheese Mixture:
Gently fold set pudding mixture into cream cheese mixture.
Fold in whipped topping until light and fluffy.
Assemble the Banana Pudding:
Layer vanilla wafers in a serving dish.
Top with sliced bananas.
Spread a layer of pudding mixture over bananas and wafers.
Repeat layers, ending with a pudding layer.
Chill and Serve:
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Garnish with whipped topping, banana slices, or crushed wafers if desired.
Serve chilled.