Description
A classic no-bake Southern dessert with layers of vanilla wafers, bananas, and rich custard. Combining instant pudding, sweetened condensed milk, and fresh bananas creates a creamy, nostalgic treat ready in 4 hours.
Ingredients
Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix 1 box (5.1 oz)
Cold Whole Milk 2 cups
Sweetened Condensed Milk 1 can (14 oz)
Vanilla Extract 1 tsp
Bananas 4 large
Vanilla Wafers (or ladyfingers)
Whipped Cream (optional topping)
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk instant pudding with cold whole milk until thickened.
Stir in sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
Layer vanilla wafers in a deep dish or individual jars.
Top with sliced bananas and a portion of the pudding mixture.
Repeat layers, finishing with a final layer of pudding and whipped cream if desired.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow wafers to soften and set.
Notes
Use cold milk to ensure proper setting
French Vanilla pudding enhances color and flavor
Refrigerate for firm layers
Serves 12, adjust portions for individual jars
- Prep Time: 20
- Category: Easy Homemade Dessert Recipes & Treats
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/12 of recipe)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg