Easy Banana Pudding
Craving a classic Southern dessert that’s as simple as it is satisfying? Dive into the creamy, comforting world of Banana Pudding — a no-bake delight layered with ripe bananas, vanilla wafers, silky pudding, and a cloud of whipped topping.
Ingredients
Core
- 1 (11-ounce) box vanilla wafer cookies
- 1 (3.4-ounce) small box vanilla instant pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk (for preparing the pudding)
- 3–4 large ripe bananas, thinly sliced (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 (8-ounce) container frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
Instructions
Mixing Bowl
- To whisk together the pudding and milk until smooth and creamy.
Whisk or Hand Mixer
- A whisk works fine, but a hand mixer will make quick work of blending the pudding.
Rubber Spatula
- Ideal for spreading pudding and whipped topping evenly.
Knife and Cutting Board
- To slice the bananas cleanly and evenly.
11x7-inch Baking Dish
- The perfect size for layering the cookies, pudding, and bananas.