Banana Pudding (6 Ingredients)
This creamy, no-bake banana pudding is a true Southern classic dessert passed down through my family with only 6 ingredients. Whether you are feeding a crowd or craving something sweet and effortless, this banana pudding will be a hit and is simple to make in advance.
Equipment
- Large Serving Bowl
Ingredients
- 3 Cups Milk
- 2 5.1oz Boxes Instant Vanilla Pudding
- 1 14oz Can Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 2 8oz Containers of Cool Whip
- 1 11oz Box Vanilla Wafers
- 8 Bananas sliced
Instructions
- Slice bananas into small rounds.
- Mix milk and pudding until well blended.
- Add condensed milk and mix. Then, mix in 8 oz of Cool Whip (should get thicker).
- Make 2 series of layers the exact same: Place down a bottom, middle and top layer, then repeat one time to make a total of 6 layers.Bottom Layer - Vanilla Wafers Middle Layer - Sliced Bananas (4 bananas)Top Layer - ½ Creamy pudding mixture
- Place remaining cookies around the edges of bowl to decorate.
- Top with remaining 8 oz of Cool Whip and add crushed wafters on top for decoration.
- Serve immediately or cool in fridge (best results) if preferred. Enjoy!
Notes
Storage:
Cover the banana pudding tightly with plastic wrap or a lid on your container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Making this classic banana pudding in advance is actually recommended! Chill until you are ready to serve; it’s best if it sets for 6-12 hours before your friends and family dig in!!
We don't recommend freezing this dessert as it will change the texture once thawed.
Tips:
- Make sure your bananas are super ripe for best taste. This will naturally make the banana pudding sweeter and with richer banana flavor.
- Keep the milk as cold as possible before making the dessert. This helps to bloom the pudding mix to make it the right consistency.
- Swap the vanilla wafers for another cookie. You can also use Chessman or graham crackers if you prefer.
- Use an electric hand mixer for easy mixing. Forget whisking by hand, this makes this dessert effortless!
Nutrition
Calories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 31mgPotassium: 448mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 179IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 0.2mg
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