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Banana Pudding with Nilla Wafers

This banana pudding with Nilla Wafers is a no-bake layered dessert made with instant vanilla pudding, sweetened condensed milk, whipped cream, and ripe bananas. Soft, creamy, and nostalgic, it’s a perfect make-ahead treat for gatherings or anytime you want something sweet and comforting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 14-oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup very cold milk
  • ½ cup very cold water
  • 1 3.4 oz box instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 11–12 oz box Nilla Wafers (reserve 5-6 wafers and crumbs)
  • 3 cups heavy whipping cream
  • ½ teaspoon clear vanilla flavoring
  • 5 barely ripe bananas sliced

Method
 

  1. Combine sweetened condensed milk, cold water, and cold milk.
  2. Mix 1-2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Add pudding mix; beat 2 minutes until it thickens.
  4. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
  5. Whip heavy cream and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  6. Fold whipped cream gently into pudding until smooth.
  7. Layer wafers, bananas, and pudding in dish, repeating layers three times.
  8. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/banana-pudding-with-nilla-wafers/

Notes

• Use barely ripe bananas to avoid browning and keep the slices firm.
• To prep ahead, slice bananas right before layering to keep them fresh.
• Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days (if it lasts that long!).