Description
A delightful Southern dessert that layers creamy vanilla pudding, ripe bananas, and vanilla wafers, finished with a fluffy crown of whipped cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe bananas
- 1 package vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk (or low-fat milk)
- 2 cups vanilla wafers
- 1 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding: In a mixing bowl, combine the vanilla pudding mix and milk. Whisk until smooth, and let it sit to thicken according to package instructions.
- Layer the ingredients: In a large dish, start with a layer of vanilla wafers on the bottom. Then, add a layer of sliced bananas, followed by a generous scoop of the vanilla pudding. Repeat these layers until the dish is full, ending with a layer of pudding on top.
- Add whipped cream: Finish with a thick layer of whipped cream spread evenly over the top. For an extra flair, you can crush some vanilla wafers and sprinkle them over the whipped cream as a garnish for texture.
- Chill: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 240 minutes, or preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve: Before serving, garnish with extra banana slices and, if you feel fancy, a sprig of fresh mint.
Notes
For variations, consider using chocolate pudding mix for a chocolate-banana twist or layer with strawberries for added fruitiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: banana pudding, dessert, southern cuisine, vanilla wafers, family recipe