No-bake banana pudding is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. Here’s a simple recipe for no-bake banana pudding:
Ingredients:
- 1 box (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 3-4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 box vanilla wafers
- 1 container (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until it thickens.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract to the pudding mixture. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the cream cheese to the pudding mixture and beat until well combined.
- Start assembling the banana pudding layers. In a serving dish or individual cups, arrange a layer of vanilla wafers at the bottom.
- Top the wafers with a layer of sliced bananas.
- Spoon a portion of the pudding mixture over the bananas and wafers, spreading it evenly to cover.
- Repeat the layering process, finishing with a layer of pudding on top.
- Cover the banana pudding with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
- Before serving, spread the thawed whipped topping over the top layer of pudding.
- Optionally, garnish with additional banana slices or crushed vanilla wafers before serving.
This no-bake banana pudding is a simple and delightful treat that captures the classic flavors of traditional banana pudding without the need for baking. Enjoy!
