How to Make Easy Banana Pudding with Simple Ingredients
This easy banana pudding recipe layers vanilla wafers, fresh banana slices, and fluffy vanilla pudding for a cool, creamy Southern-style dessert you can make in 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes (plus chilling)
- Yield: 10–12 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 (5.1 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
2¾ cups cold whole milk
½ cup sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
8 oz whipped topping or 1 cup whipped cream
1 box vanilla wafers
3–4 ripe bananas, sliced
Instructions
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In a large bowl, whisk pudding mix with cold milk until thickened. Let sit 3–5 minutes.
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Stir in condensed milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Fold in whipped topping or whipped cream.
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Slice bananas into ¼-inch rounds.
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In a 9×13 dish or trifle bowl, layer wafers, banana slices, and pudding. Repeat layers.
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Top with remaining whipped topping and crushed wafers, if desired.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Use thick, cold milk and firm bananas for best results. Let chill overnight for maximum flavor.