Name: Banana Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 12 Servings
Cuisine: American

January 22, 2026

Banana pudding is that easy, feel-good dessert everyone loves. It’s got layers of bananas, crunchy cookies, and whipped topping that make every bite totally satisfying. Perfect for any get-together or just because, it’s always a hit you can’t mess up.

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Banana Pudding

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 6 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Prepare pudding according to package directions.

Let set in refrigerator for 5-10 minutes.

Pour half of pudding into a serving dish.

Add a layer of bananas.

Use half the Cool Whip for the next layer

Add a layer of Nilla Wafers.

Add remaining pudding on top.

Add another layer of bananas, followed by the rest of the Cool Whip, and a layer of Nilla Wafers.

Chill for an hour to set.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Banana Ripeness Perfection 🍌
Use bananas that are slightly overripe with brown spots for maximum sweetness and deeper banana flavor in your pudding.
Layering Like a Pro 🏆
Create visual and textural appeal by alternating thin banana slices with whole Nilla Wafers, ensuring each spoonful has cookie crunch and creamy banana goodness.
Chilling Strategy 🧊
Refrigerate the banana pudding for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) to allow flavors to meld and wafers to soften into a perfect, cake-like texture.
Whipped Topping Technique 🥄
Gently fold Cool Whip into the pudding mixture to maintain its light, airy texture and prevent deflating the whipped cream.
Garnish Game Strong 🌟
Save a few whole Nilla Wafers and fresh banana slices to create a beautiful, Instagram-worthy topping just before serving.