Here’s a classic and creamy Banana Pudding recipe—sweet, comforting, and perfect for any dessert table 🍌🍮
Classic Banana Pudding
Ingredients (serves 6–8)
- 4–5 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 box (about 3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (optional for extra creaminess)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping or whipped cream
- 1 box (about 11 oz) vanilla wafers
Instructions
- Prepare pudding
- In a medium bowl, whisk together pudding mix and cold milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).
- Optional: mix in sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract for extra richness.
- Layer ingredients
- In a large dish or trifle bowl, layer vanilla wafers, sliced bananas, and pudding.
- Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with pudding on top.
- Top with whipped cream
- Spread whipped topping evenly over the final pudding layer.
- Chill
- Refrigerate at least 2–4 hours to let flavors meld and wafers soften slightly.
- Serve
- Garnish with crushed wafers or banana slices before serving.
Tips & Variations
- Mini versions: Make in small jars or cups for single servings.
- Extra flavor: Sprinkle a little cinnamon or nutmeg on top.
- Sturdier pudding: Mix pudding with cream cheese for a firmer texture.
- Make ahead: Best made a few hours in advance or overnight.
I can also give a cooked-from-scratch banana pudding recipe with homemade custard if you want a richer, classic version.
