Easy No Bake Banana Pudding Recipe
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No Bake Banana Pudding is a classic dessert that's perfect for those times when you want a sweet treat without turning on the oven. It's creamy, indulgent, and bursting with the flavors of ripe bananas and vanilla. Plus, it's easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients. This recipe is sure will satisfy your sweet tooth.
No Bake Banana Pudding is a classic dessert that's perfect for warm weather or any time you want a refreshing treat without turning on the oven. It typically involves layering sliced bananas, vanilla pudding, and either vanilla wafers or graham crackers in a dish.
Why I love this recipe
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Refreshing: Especially during warmer months, the cool and creamy texture of the pudding combined with the freshness of bananas is incredibly satisfying.
Customizable: You can easily customize it to suit your taste preferences by adjusting the sweetness, adding extra ingredients like whipped cream or chocolate shavings, or even incorporating different types of cookies or fruits.
Crowd Pleaser: It's a classic dessert that appeals to a wide range of tastes, making it a great option for parties, potlucks, or family gatherings.
Make Ahead: No Bake Banana Pudding can be made ahead of time and chilled until ready to serve, allowing you to focus on other tasks when entertaining.
What you need to make Banana Pudding
- Ripe bananas
- Vanilla pudding mix (either instant or cooked)
- Milk
- Vanilla wafers or graham crackers
- Whipped cream or whipped topping (optional)
- Additional toppings like sliced bananas or crushed cookies (optional)
Ingredients you'll need to make a classic No baked banana Pudding
- 3-4 ripe bananas
- 1 box (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk (preferably whole milk for creaminess)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 box (11 ounces) vanilla wafers or graham crackers
- 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping
- Additional toppings such as sliced bananas or crushed cookies (optional)
Steps to make this dessert
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Layer the ingredients: In a serving dish or a trifle bowl, start by layering vanilla wafers or graham crackers on the bottom. Next, add a layer of sliced bananas on top of the cookies. Then, pour a portion of the prepared pudding over the bananas, spreading it out evenly. Repeat these layers until you've used up all of your ingredients, ending with a layer of pudding on top.
Chill: Cover the pudding with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together and the pudding to set.
Add toppings: Before serving, top the pudding with a generous layer of whipped cream or whipped topping. You can also garnish with additional sliced bananas or crushed cookies for extra texture and flavor.
Serve: Scoop out portions of the chilled banana pudding into serving bowls or onto plates, and enjoy!
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Expert Tips
Ripe Bananas: Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture. They should be yellow with brown speckles, which indicates they are sweet and flavorful.Layering: To ensure an even distribution of ingredients, try to layer the pudding, bananas, and cookies evenly in your dish. This will help every bite be delicious and balanced.
Chill Time: Let the pudding chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible. This allows the flavors to meld together and the pudding to set properly, resulting in a creamy and delicious dessert.
Whipped Cream: If using whipped cream, consider stabilizing it with a little powdered sugar or cornstarch to help it hold its shape longer. This will prevent it from deflating too quickly once added to the pudding.
Variations: Feel free to get creative with your No Bake Banana Pudding! You can add layers of other fruits like strawberries or blueberries, or even incorporate different flavors of pudding mix such as chocolate or butterscotch for a unique twist.
