Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Magnolia Bakery’s Famous Banana Pudding, a dessert that exudes nostalgia with every spoonful. This simple yet luxurious treat features layers of ripe bananas, fluffy vanilla pudding, and crunchy vanilla wafers, making it the perfect centerpiece for family gatherings or casual get-togethers. With its rich flavors and satisfying textures, this banana pudding is sure to become a beloved classic in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe bananas (sliced)
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup vanilla wafers
- 2 cups whipped topping
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and whole milk until smooth and thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Slice the ripe bananas into ¼-inch rounds and set aside.
- In a large serving dish or individual cups, layer the ingredients: start with vanilla wafers, followed by sliced bananas, and then a layer of pudding mixture.
- Repeat layering until you reach the top, finishing with pudding topped with crushed vanilla wafers for added crunch.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For added richness, use homemade whipped cream instead of store-bought. - To switch things up, try using chocolate cookies instead of vanilla wafers. - Prevent banana browning by layering immediately after slicing or using a touch of lemon juice.