When it comes to comfort desserts, few can compete with Banana Pudding. With its layers of sweet vanilla pudding, fresh banana slices, and crunchy vanilla wafers, all topped with a fluffy whipped cream or meringue, this dessert is as nostalgic as it is delicious.
Whether you’re making it for a family gathering, a potluck, or just because you crave something sweet and creamy, this Banana Pudding recipe is guaranteed to please everyone.
Ingredients
- For the pudding:
- 1 box (5 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the creamy layer:
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream (or Cool Whip for shortcut)
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For layering:
- 1 box vanilla wafers (Nilla Wafers are classic)
- 4–5 ripe bananas, sliced