Easy Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers
Treat yourself to this delightful Easy Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers, a nostalgic dessert that combines creamy layers of vanilla pudding, ripe bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafers. This no-bake treat is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, allowing you to prepare it ahead of time and let the flavors meld together overnight. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or enjoying a casual get-together, this layered dessert is guaranteed to bring smiles to everyone’s faces. With its simple preparation and kid-friendly appeal, it’s an indulgence that will have your family asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 (3.4 oz.) boxes instant vanilla pudding
- 2 3/4 cups cold milk
- 8 ounces Cool Whip, divided
- 60 vanilla wafers
- 5–7 ripe bananas, sliced
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Mix in sweetened condensed milk until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk instant vanilla pudding mix with cold milk until smooth.
- Combine the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture and stir gently until fully blended.
- Fold in half of the Cool Whip until light and fluffy.
- Layer the bottom of your dish with vanilla wafers and add sliced bananas; spread a layer of pudding over them.
- Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with pudding on top.
- Spread remaining Cool Whip over the final layer and chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (180g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg