Best 6 Banana Pudding Dessert Recipes

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Indulge in the creamy delight of banana pudding, a classic Southern dessert that combines layers of creamy vanilla pudding, sliced bananas, and crisp vanilla wafers. This iconic treat is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a family gathering, a potluck, or a simple weeknight indulgence. With its smooth texture, sweet banana flavor, and delightful crunch from the vanilla wafers, banana pudding is a timeless dessert that will satisfy your cravings. This recipe article offers a comprehensive guide to making this classic dish, including a traditional recipe, a vegan version, and a chocolate banana pudding variation. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

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MY BEST BANANA PUDDING DESSERT



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I have been asked to make this every year at Thanksgiving. Thought I would share my way of making banana pudding.

Provided by Marsha D.

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (5 ounce) package vanilla instant pudding mix
2 cups cold milk
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 (8 ounce) Cool Whip, thawed
1 (11 ounce) box nabsico vanilla wafers
5 -6 vine ripe bananas, peeled and sliced

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl beat together vanilla pudding mix and milk for 2-3 minutes until it begins to thicken. Blend in the sweetened condensed milk and mix until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract and fold in the thawed Cool Whip.
  • In a 13x9x2 glass dish layer the bottom with Nilla wafers, add a layer of sliced bananas over top of wafers. Pour enough pudding mixture over top of the first layer of wafers and bananas to cover,leaving some pudding for more layers.
  • Repeat layers of wafers,bananas and pudding.
  • End with a few wafers on top.
  • Cover and chill in refrigerator for several hours.

EASY BANANA PUDDING TRIFLE DESSERT



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Make and share this Easy Banana Pudding Trifle Dessert recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding
2 cups cold full-fat milk
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 tablespoon vanilla
1 (12 ounce) container cool whip frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (16 ounce) package vanilla wafers
12 bananas, sliced (might need more or less bananas)

Steps:

  • Prepare a large glass bowl or a trifle bowl.
  • In a large bowl beat the vanilla pudding and milk for 2 minutes; add in the condensed milk until smooth.
  • Stir in vanilla, then fold in the Cool Whip topping.
  • Layer wafers, sliced bananas and pudding mixture in the large glass bowl.
  • Chill until serving.

BANANA SPLIT PUDDING DESSERT



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This is a recipe I created based on another dessert I once ate. It is a really fun dessert to make with your kids because there is very little actual 'cooking'.

Provided by PEGT2865

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans
½ cup butter, melted
1 (8 ounce) carton frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), divided
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple
3 cups milk
2 (2.5 ounce) box instant vanilla pudding mix
1 ½ cups sliced strawberries
2 bananas, sliced
chocolate syrup, or to taste
12 maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine flour, pecans, and butter in a bowl; press into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crust is lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Mix 1 1/2 cups whipped topping, cream cheese, and confectioners' sugar together in a bowl; spread over cooled crust. Layer pineapple over cream cheese mixture layer.
  • Beat milk and pudding mixes together in a bowl until thickened and creamy; fold in bananas and spread over pineapple. Layer strawberries over pudding mixture; top with remaining whipped topping. Refrigerate until completely chilled, about 2 hours.
  • Drizzle chocolate syrup over whipped topping layer and arrange the cherries equally apart from each other so each piece gets 1 cherry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.7 calories, Carbohydrate 53.5 g, Cholesterol 45.7 mg, Fat 27.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 311 mg, Sugar 36.5 g

BANANA PUDDING DESSERT



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This creamy dessert with mild banana taste is 'comfort food' that tastes like you fussed.-Hazel Merrill, Greenville, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1-1/4 cups cold water
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups whipped topping
24 to 32 vanilla wafers
3 large firm bananas, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine pudding mix, water and milk; beat on low speed for 2 minutes. Chill for 5 minutes. Fold in the whipped topping. , In individual dessert dishes, layer with wafers, pudding, bananas and more pudding. Top each with a wafer. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 271mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (52g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

TWINKIE BANANA CREAM PUDDING DESSERT



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This a very easy recipe. Everyone loves it. Tastes cool and creamy on a warm day and doesn't heat up the kitchen!

Provided by Theresa P

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (15 ounce) box Hostess Twinkies
1 (5 ounce) package banana instant pudding
1 1/2 cups milk
2 -3 bananas (sliced)
1 (2 5/8 ounce) box dream whip whipped dessert topping mix (has 2 envelopes of topping 1.3 ounce each)

Steps:

  • Split Twinkies lengthwise and lay in 9x13 pan (should use whole box).
  • Prepare instant pudding with 1 1/2 cups milk.
  • Lay sliced bananas over Twinkies in pan and pour pudding over bananas.
  • Prepare 2 envelopes of Dream Whip as per package directions and spread this over the top of pudding.
  • Chill in refrigerator until set (about an hour or longer).

BANANA PUDDING DESSERT



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Easy to make and delicious

Provided by Kim Kelemen

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large container of cool whip
1 large can evaporated milk
1 tsp vanilla
1 large box instant vanilla pudding
1 box vanilla wafers
1 3/4 c water
2 medium bananas

Steps:

  • 1. Combine milk, vanilla, and water. Next blend pudding mix and cool whip
  • 2. Layer wafers, then bananas, then pudding mix, ending with the pudding mix.
  • 3. Refridgerate several hours or overnight

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful the pudding will be.
  • Don't overmix the pudding. Overmixing will make the pudding tough.
  • Chill the pudding for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the pudding to set.
  • Serve the pudding with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, and fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

Banana pudding is a classic Southern dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy, sweet filling and crunchy vanilla wafers, it's the perfect dessert for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give banana pudding a try.

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