The Best Banana Pudding

Everyone needs a good banana pudding recipe in their repertoire — and this one makes by far the easiest, most delicious banana pudding you’ll ever come across.

Banana Pudding Ingredients

Our best banana pudding recipe is easy to make and assemble with convenient ingredients:

· Milk and pudding mix: This easy banana pudding recipe starts with vanilla pudding mix dissolved in cold milk.
· Sweetened condensed milk: Like so many of the most delicious desserts, this banana pudding contains a can of sweetened condensed milk.
· Vanilla: Vanilla extract enhances the flavor of the banana pudding.
· Frozen whipped topping: Fold frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip) into the pudding mixture for a rich, fluffy texture.
· Vanilla wafers: Vanilla wafers add more flavor and welcome crunch.
· Bananas: Of course, you’ll need bananas! Slice them up just before you assemble the pudding.

How to Make Banana Pudding

You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make homemade banana pudding:

1. Whisk the pudding mix into the milk.
2. Add the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla.
3. Fold in the frozen whipped topping.
4. Layer the mixture with the sliced bananas and vanilla wafers.

The Best Banana Pudding

The Best Banana Pudding is a no-bake, nostalgic dessert that layers silky vanilla pudding with sliced bananas and vanilla wafers. Often topped with whipped cream or meringue, it’s chilled until the cookies soften just enough to create a luscious, scoopable treat. Whether you’re making it for a potluck, Sunday supper, or holiday table, this Southern staple delivers comfort and joy in every bite—and it’s surprisingly easy to make ahead.

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 20

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American, southern

Calories: 329

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 2 cups cold milk
• 1 5 ounce package instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 12 ounce container frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 1 16 ounce package vanilla wafers
• 14 small bananas sliced or to taste

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Plastic wrap
• Spatula
• 9×13-inch baking dish or trifle bowl
• Whisk or electric mixer

Method

 

1. Gather all ingredients.
2. Place milk and pudding mix in a large bowl; beat with a whisk for 2 minutes. Blend in condensed milk until smooth.
3. Stir in vanilla, then fold in whipped topping.
4. Layer wafers, banana slices, and pudding mixture in a glass serving bowl.
5. For best results, chill pudding in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. When ready to serve top with extra crushed wafers.
6. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 329kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 205mgPotassium: 431mgFiber: 3gSugar: 29gVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Creamy, dreamy, and packed with layers of fresh bananas, vanilla pudding, and cookies, this classic Southern treat is always a crowd favorite.

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