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Southern Banana Pudding

Southern Banana Pudding

This delightful Southern Banana Pudding is a classic dessert bursting with layers of creamy vanilla pudding, fresh bananas, and crunchy Nilla Wafers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 4 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz)
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup whipped topping (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup Nilla Wafers plus more for garnish

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Serving dish
  • whisk
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk until smooth.
  2. In a serving dish, layer Nilla Wafers at the bottom, followed by half of the sliced bananas and half of the prepared pudding.
  3. Repeat layers with remaining Nilla Wafers, bananas, and top with the rest of the pudding.
  4. Spread whipped topping over the final layer of pudding.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 4gFat: 11g

Notes

Allowing the pudding to chill overnight enhances the flavor and texture, making it even more delightful when served.

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