Shortcut Nutter Butter Banana Pudding Trifle Recipe

This No-Bake Nutter Butter Banana Pudding Trifle is a dreamy, easy dessert that's ready in minutes! Inspired by a Southern Living Magazine recipe (Feb 2009), this recipe lets you skip the oven and enjoy a creamy, dreamy dessert with layers of Nutter Butter cookies, fresh bananas, and a luscious vanilla pudding base. The longer it chills (minimum 2 hours!), the softer and more delicious the cookies become. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or a quick weeknight treat!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 155 mins
Calories 592.9 kcal
Protein 20g
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Ingredients for Shortcut Nutter Butter Banana Pudding Trifle

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How to Make Shortcut Nutter Butter Banana Pudding Trifle

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 cups of cold milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  2. Add 1 (5.9 ounce) package of instant vanilla pudding mix to the milk mixture.
  3. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes, or until the pudding is thickened.
  4. Let the pudding stand for 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of sour cream.
  6. Place the pudding bowl in a larger bowl filled with ice. Let stand, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes until thoroughly chilled.
  7. While the pudding chills, cut 3 ripe bananas into 1/4-inch slices.
  8. Break 1 (10.75 ounce) package of Nutter Butter cookies into thirds.
  9. Spoon half of the chilled pudding mixture into a 3-quart bowl or trifle dish.
  10. Layer half of the sliced bananas and half of the broken cookies over the pudding.
  11. Spoon the remaining pudding mixture over the banana and cookie layer.
  12. Top with 1 (8 ounce) container of whipped topping.
  13. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours for maximum cookie softening.
  14. Garnish with extra whipped cream and/or cookie crumbs before serving (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

213g

Fat

55g

Carbs

28g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Shortcut Nutter Butter Banana Pudding Trifle?

Shortcut Nutter Butter Banana Pudding Trifle takes about 185 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 155 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Shortcut Nutter Butter Banana Pudding Trifle?

Shortcut Nutter Butter Banana Pudding Trifle has approximately 592.9 calories per serving, with about 20 g protein, 28 g carbohydrates and 38 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Shortcut Nutter Butter Banana Pudding Trifle?

The key ingredients for Shortcut Nutter Butter Banana Pudding Trifle are Milk, Vanilla Extract, Vanilla Instant Pudding Mix, Sour Cream, Bananas, Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookie. See the full list with measurements above.

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