Today, I want to share with you a delightful treat that will remind you of warm family gatherings: the classic banana pudding. This recipe is not just any banana pudding; it’s the best banana pudding you’ll ever make. Silky smooth, creamy, and filled with layers of flavor, it’s perfect for any occasion.
Step Into the Deliciousness
Just look at this beautiful presentation! The combination of whipped cream and Nilla wafers makes it an irresistible dessert. Here’s a sneak peek of the dessert that will wow your family and friends!
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 (14-ounce) box of Nilla Wafers
- 4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup of cold milk
- 1 (5-ounce) box of instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups of heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions to Create This Masterpiece
- Start by preparing the vanilla pudding mix. In a large bowl, whisk together the cold milk and pudding mix for about 2 minutes. Set aside to thicken.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the thickened pudding mixture until it is fully combined and smooth.
- To assemble the banana pudding, begin by laying a layer of Nilla wafers at the bottom of your serving dish.
- Next, add a layer of sliced bananas over the wafers, followed by a layer of the pudding mixture. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with the pudding layer on top.
- For a beautiful presentation, garnish with additional whipped cream, a few banana slices, and extra Nilla wafers on top.
- Chill the banana pudding in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight to let the flavors meld together and the wafers soften.
Serve this delicious banana pudding chilled, and watch it disappear in no time. It’s the kind of dessert that brings back memories and creates new ones. Enjoy every creamy, dreamy spoonful!
