Strawberry Banana Pudding
A delightful dessert that combines fresh strawberries and bananas with creamy pudding and crisp vanilla wafers, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Fruits
- 3 cups sliced strawberries Use fresh, ripe strawberries for best flavor.
- 3 cups sliced bananas Use ripe bananas for optimal sweetness.
Pudding Mixture
- 8 ounces strawberry cream cheese spread
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 2 packets (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Layers
- 11 ounces vanilla wafers Can be substituted with graham crackers or pound cake.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and whole milk.
- Add instant vanilla pudding mix to the milk mixture and whisk for about 2 minutes until thickened.
- Fold in the strawberry cream cheese spread until fully combined and smooth.
- In a separate chilled bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding mixture to create a light and fluffy texture.
Layering
- In a trifle dish or large serving bowl, layer vanilla wafers, sliced strawberries, sliced bananas, and pudding mixture.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a pudding layer.
Chilling
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the wafers to soften.
Serving
- Serve chilled and garnish with additional sliced strawberries and bananas if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Best enjoyed within a couple of days due to the softness of the wafers.