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Judy John

Easy No Bake Banana Pudding Recipe

Easy no bake banana pudding delivers creamy vanilla layers, bananas, and wafers in a simple chilled dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vanilla Filling
  • 1 5.1 oz box instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 8 oz tub whipped topping thawed
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Layers
  • 4 medium bananas sliced
  • 1 12 oz box vanilla wafers

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Trifle Dish
  • Freezer
  • Scoop
  • Tray

Method
 

  1. Whisk pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and slightly thick.
  2. Stir in condensed milk and vanilla until glossy.
  3. Fold in whipped topping gently for a light creamy texture.
  4. Arrange wafers in dish, then add banana slices evenly.
  5. Spread filling over bananas, covering completely.
  6. Repeat layers, ending with cream on top.
  7. Chill at least 4 hours until set and scoopable.

Notes

For softer texture, chill overnight. For crisper wafers, serve after 2 hours. Freeze 15 minutes before serving for cleaner slices. Handle layers gently during assembly. Customize with caramel, nuts, cinnamon, or chocolate. Store covered in refrigerator up to 2 days.