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No-Bake Banana Pudding

This no-bake banana pudding combines sweet vanilla pudding, marshmallow-flavored whipped cream, fresh bananas, and nostalgic Nilla wafers into an irresistible layered dessert. It's quick to prep, fridge-friendly, and perfect for potlucks, holidays, or any time a comforting treat is in order.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1.5 cups ice-cold water
  • 3.5 oz box instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2.5 cups heavy cream
  • 2/3 cup marshmallow fluff
  • 5 –6 barely ripe large bananas
  • 1 box Nilla Wafers

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk condensed milk and cold water until smooth.
  2. Whisk in pudding mix until no lumps remain. Cover and chill for 4 hours.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks.
  4. Add marshmallow fluff and whip to stiff peaks.
  5. Gently fold whipped cream into the chilled pudding in batches.
  6. Stir until mostly combined.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/no-bake-banana-pudding-2/

Notes

• Use barely ripe bananas—they hold up better and prevent the dessert from becoming mushy.
• You can assemble this in a trifle bowl, 9x13-inch dish, or individual cups.