Nilla Wafer Banana Pudding
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4.9
Nilla Wafer Banana Pudding
Description
The pudding base starts by beating softened cream cheese smooth, then incorporating sweetened condensed milk, instant vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, and vanilla extract into a smooth mixture. After mixing, part of the whipped topping is folded in, and the pudding is chilled briefly to thicken slightly.
Assembly alternates layers of vanilla wafers lining a trifle dish, pudding mixture, sliced bananas, and whipped topping. The layering is repeated, finishing with wafers and bananas on top. The dessert is chilled for at least an hour before serving, allowing the wafers to soften slightly while maintaining some texture.
Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator, where the pudding’s flavor and texture improve after a day or two. It keeps well for up to 4–5 days when properly refrigerated, making it convenient for make-ahead occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese softened
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 (5-ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups milk cold
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 (8-ounce) tubs whipped topping thawed (or 6 cups homemade whipped cream)
- 4 banana sliced
- ½ (12-ounce) box vanilla wafers
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy and with no clumps. Add sweetened condensed milk, pudding mix, cold milk, and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
- Fold in 8 ounces of whipped cream and mix until combined. Let chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- Line the bottom of a trifle dish with vanilla wafers around the edge. Add half the pudding mixture and spread across, topped with a layer of sliced bananas. Add a layer of whipped topping. Repeat layers. Nilla wafers - pudding mixture - bananas - whipped topping.
- Top with more wafers and banana slices if desired. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
Notes
- Use instant vanilla pudding mix only; cook-and-serve varieties will prevent the pudding from setting properly.
- Store the pudding covered in the refrigerator; flavors and texture improve after a day or two, making it suitable for make-ahead dessert.
- Leftover pudding can be kept refrigerated in a covered trifle dish or airtight containers for up to 4–5 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 74 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 74kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 27mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 221mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 125IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 3.4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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