Here’s a delicious and easy recipe for Banana Vanilla Pudding Trifle! It’s a crowd-pleasing dessert that combines layers of creamy vanilla pudding, sliced bananas, and whipped topping. Perfect for gatherings or when you just want a sweet treat!
Ingredients:
- 1 box (3.4 oz) vanilla pudding mix (instant or cook & serve)
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4-5 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 package (about 10 oz) vanilla wafer cookies (or ladyfingers)
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (or homemade whipped cream)
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk (optional, for extra richness)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, for topping)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Pudding:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix with 2 cups of cold milk (follow the instructions on the package). If you want a richer pudding, you can add the sweetened condensed milk along with the regular milk.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, then refrigerate the pudding for about 5 minutes to let it set and thicken.
2. Layer the Trifle:
- In a large trifle dish or a glass bowl, start by placing a layer of vanilla wafer cookies on the bottom. You can break them up to fit the bottom if needed.
- Top the cookies with a layer of sliced bananas.
- Add a layer of vanilla pudding on top of the bananas, spreading it evenly.
3. Repeat the Layers:
- Continue layering in the same order: cookies, bananas, and pudding. Repeat until you run out of ingredients or the dish is filled (usually 2-3 layers).
4. Top the Trifle:
- Finish the trifle by spreading a generous layer of whipped topping on the top.
- If you like, sprinkle with chopped walnuts or pecans for a little crunch and extra flavor.
5. Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours (or longer, if possible) to let the flavors meld together and for the dessert to set up.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the layers of creamy goodness!
This Banana Vanilla Pudding Trifle is wonderfully indulgent and has the perfect balance of textures—creamy pudding, soft bananas, crunchy cookies, and light whipped topping. It’s a great make-ahead dessert too!
Would you like any variations, like adding chocolate chips or caramel for extra flair?