Easy Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers
Indulge in the comforting delight of Easy Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers—a no-bake dessert that layers creamy vanilla pudding, ripe bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafers for a treat that’s sure to please everyone. This nostalgic dessert is perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in. Best of all, it can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy more moments with your loved ones. With its easy-to-follow steps and customizable options, this banana pudding will quickly become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding
- 2¾ 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 combined.
- In another bowl, whisk instant vanilla pudding with cold milk until smooth.
- Combine the pudding mixture with the cream cheese mixture until fully blended.
- Gently fold in half of the Cool Whip.
- Layer vanilla wafers in a dish, followed by sliced bananas and pudding mixture. Repeat layers until finished.
- Top with remaining Cool Whip and chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
- For extra crunch, sprinkle crushed vanilla wafers just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 205g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg