Best 2 Banana Pudding Crunch Recipes

**Tantalize Your Taste Buds with Banana Pudding Crunch: A Delightful Symphony of Flavors and Textures**

Indulge in the irresistible charm of Banana Pudding Crunch, a delectable dessert that harmonizes creamy, velvety pudding, tender bananas, and a symphony of crunchy textures. This classic Southern treat is a symphony of flavors and textures that will transport you to a realm of pure bliss. With its effortless preparation and customizable variations, Banana Pudding Crunch is the perfect dessert for any occasion, whether you're hosting a festive gathering or seeking a sweet treat to satisfy your cravings. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this delightful dessert, exploring two tempting recipes that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BANANA PUDDING WITH GRAHAM-CRACKER CRUNCH

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Make and share this Banana Pudding With Graham-Cracker Crunch recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/3 cup milk chocolate chips, melted
4 bananas, sliced
5 1/8 ounces instant vanilla pudding, prepared and chilled (can sub 1 Large Sized Box of Cook & Serve or Your Own Recipe)
1 cup cold heavy cream, whipped to firm peaks with 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Butter a baking sheet. In a medium bowl, stir the graham-cracker crumbs and melted butter together. Press the crumb mixture onto the baking sheet in a circle that is approximately 8 inches in diameter. Bake for 8 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Use a small spoon to drizzle the melted chocolate chips thickly over the baked crumbs on the baking sheet. Let the crunch sit until the chocolate is firm. [The chocolate holds the crunch together in large pieces so it does not crumble when it is transferred to the pudding. I always have a problem with this step, but if it crumbles it doesn't alter the flavor :-)].
In the bottom of a 2-quart serving bowl, spread 1/2 of the banana slices. Spread about 1/2 of the pudding over the bananas and sprinkle about 1/3 of the graham crunch (breaking it up with a spatula as you transfer it) over the pudding. Repeat the layering once.
Spread the whipped cream over the crunch and sprinkle with the remaining crunch. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight and serve cold.

BANANA PUDDING CRUNCH

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Field editor Joanie Ward of Brownsburg, Indiana gives a twist to a traditional comfort food by adding a crunchy meringue-nut topping. It's a dressed-up dessert that's so easy to prepare.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups cold 2% milk
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
1/2 cup sour cream
2 medium firm bananas, sliced
1 cup sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

In a large bowl, whisk the milk, pudding mixes and sour cream for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until thickened. Fold in bananas. Pour into a 1-1/2-qt. bowl. Cover and refrigerate until serving., For topping, combine the sugar, pecans and egg. Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until browned and crunchy. Cool., Using a spatula, loosen pecan mixture from pan and break into small pieces. Sprinkle over pudding just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 216mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
Nilla wafers are the classic choice for banana pudding, but you can use any type of cookie or graham cracker you like.
Make sure to use a heavy-duty mixer or blender to beat the cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy.
If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off to pipe the pudding into the jars.
Chill the pudding for at least 4 hours before serving, or overnight for the best flavor.

Conclusion:

This banana pudding crunch is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy pudding, crunchy cookie topping, and fresh banana flavor, it is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!