Easy Banana Pudding
Creamy, comforting, and impossibly easy — this Easy Banana Pudding is a weeknight hero and a potluck star.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: Budget-friendly
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- 9x9-inch Dish
- Spatula
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Ripe Bananas, sliced Ripe but firm so they hold shape.
- 1 box Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix 3.4 ounces.
- 2 cups Cold Milk For mixing with instant pudding.
- 2 cups Whipped Cream Freshly whipped or store-bought, chilled.
- 1 box Vanilla Wafer Cookies About 11 ounces.
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by collecting all needed items and ensuring the bananas are ripe but firm. Peel and slice the bananas into 1/4-inch thick rounds so they layer nicely.
- In a bowl, mix the instant vanilla pudding with 2 cups cold milk and stir until smooth and thickened, about 2 minutes. Let it sit for a minute to set up a bit while you arrange the other items.
- Start layering the dessert: place a single layer of vanilla wafers in the bottom of a 9x9-inch dish or a similar sized serving bowl. Top the wafers with a layer of sliced bananas, then spoon a generous layer of pudding over the bananas. Smooth gently with a spatula to even the layer.
- Repeat layers (wafers, bananas, pudding) until you reach the top of the dish. Finish with a layer of pudding on top for a clean finish.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and wafers to soften slightly.
- Just before serving, top with fresh whipped cream and, if desired, crushed wafers or a few banana slices for garnish. Serve chilled and enjoy.
Notes
Best enjoyed within 3 days for optimal banana texture and freshness. Can be personalized with toppings like crushed wafers or nuts.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg