Ah, banana puddingโjust the thought of it takes me back to cozy childhood moments filled with Southern charm. This recipe is delightfully easy and packed with nostalgia. Plus, you wonโt even need to turn on the oven to enjoy its creamy, dreamy layers!
Ingredients
- Whole milk โ 480 ml (2 cups)
- Sweetened condensed milk โ 1 can
- Instant pudding mix โ 1 packet
- Heavy cream โ 480 ml (2 cups), divided
- Sugar โ 3 tablespoons
- Vanilla extract โ 3 teaspoons
- Bananas โ 3 to 4, sliced
- Nilla wafers โ 1 box (more if needed for snacking!)
Steps to Pudding Perfection
- Prepare the Pudding
Add whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, and instant pudding mix to a large bowl. Whisk together until smooth and let it chill in the fridge for about five minutes. - Whip the Cream
In a stand mixer, combine half the heavy cream with two tablespoons of sugar and two teaspoons of vanilla. Whip until firm peaks form, then gently finish by hand. - Slice the Bananas
Slice bananas into thin coins. Aim for about a quarter-inch thickness for consistency in your trifle. - Combine Cream and Custard
Fold the whipped cream into the chilled pudding mixture gently with a spatula. The goal is a fluffy yet firm texture. - Assemble the Trifle
In a trifle dish, layer Nilla wafers, a quarter of the pudding mixture, and slices of bananas. Repeat this layering process, ending with the pudding on top. - Top with Cream
Whip the remaining heavy cream, one tablespoon of sugar, and one teaspoon of vanilla. Smooth this over the top of your trifle, and garnish with some crumbled wafers.
This banana pudding is as comforting as it is beautiful. It’s perfect for when you want something sweet, creamy, and shared with loved ones. You can dig in immediately or let it chill overnight to set further. Enjoy your slice of Southern tradition!
