Ingredients for Best Banana Pudding
- Whipping Cream
- Instant Vanilla Pudding
- 1/2 cup cold water
- Vanilla Wafers
- 3-4 ripe bananas, sliced
- Sweetened Condensed Milk
How to Make Best Banana Pudding
- In a large bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of whole milk, 1/2 cup of cold water, and 4 cups of instant vanilla pudding mix until smooth and creamy.
- Refrigerate the pudding mixture for 5 minutes to allow it to thicken slightly.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the chilled pudding mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour 1 cup of the pudding mixture into the bottom of a large glass bowl (approximately 9x13 inches).
- Layer 6-8 Nilla Wafers over the pudding.
- Arrange a layer of sliced bananas over the cookies.
- Repeat layers (pudding, cookies, bananas) two more times, ending with a layer of cookies.
- Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the pudding to set completely. Garnish with extra whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving (optional).
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
16 g
Sugar
196g
Fat
93g
Carbs
30g
