Creamy Banana Pudding Recipe
Banana pudding is one of those desserts that brings instant comfort with every spoonful. It’s creamy, sweet, and packed with delicious layers of vanilla wafers, banana slices, and velvety pudding. Whether you're making it for a family gathering, a summer picnic, or just a cozy night in, this dessert is always a crowd-pleaser.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Spatula or spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife and Cutting Board
- Serving dish (8x8 or 9x13-inch dish)
Ingredients
For the Pudding Mixture
- 2 cups cold whole milk
- 1 box 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
For the Layers
- 4-5 ripe bananas sliced
- 1 box 11 oz vanilla wafers
- Whipped cream for topping, optional
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pudding Mixture
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cold milk and vanilla pudding mix until it thickens (about 2 minutes).
- Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream using a hand mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding mixture until smooth and creamy.
Step 2: Layer the Banana Pudding
- Place a layer of vanilla wafers at the bottom of your serving dish.
- Add a layer of sliced bananas on top of the wafers.
- Spread a layer of the pudding mixture evenly over the bananas.
- Repeat the layers (wafers, bananas, pudding) until all ingredients are used, finishing with a final layer of pudding.
Step 3: Chill and Serve
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best) to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and extra vanilla wafers for a decorative touch.
- Scoop, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional Value (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: ~350-400 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~50g
- Protein: ~5g
- Fat: ~15g
- Saturated Fat: ~8g
- Sugar: ~35g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Sodium: ~200mg
The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.