Description

A rich and creamy banana pudding layered with vanilla wafers, fresh bananas, and smooth pudding, topped with whipped cream – an easy, crowd-pleasing Southern classic dessert.

Ingredients

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1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1 1/2 cups cold water
1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
3 cups heavy whipping cream
1 (11 oz) box vanilla wafers
4–5 ripe bananas, sliced
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for whipped cream)

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and cold water until well combined.
Add the vanilla pudding mix and whisk for about 2 minutes until smooth and thickened. Chill for 5 minutes.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold two-thirds of the whipped cream into the pudding mixture until fully combined.
In a 9×13 inch dish, arrange a layer of vanilla wafers at the bottom.
Top with a layer of banana slices, then spread a layer of the pudding mixture over the top.
Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of pudding.
Top with the remaining whipped cream.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor and texture.
Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

Use ripe but firm bananas to prevent mushiness.
The pudding can be made a day ahead for convenience.
Add a sprinkle of crushed vanilla wafers on top for extra crunch before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 370
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 60mg