Name: No-Bake Banana Pudding Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 15 Servings
Cuisine: American

Real Life of Lulu Verified

January 21, 2026

This banana pudding cake recipe is cool, creamy, and packed with nostalgic flavor. Layers of vanilla wafers, banana pudding, and whipped topping come together in the easiest no-bake dessert. It’s perfect for summer cookouts, family gatherings, or whenever you need something sweet without turning on the oven.

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No-Bake Banana Pudding Cake

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 5 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Lay out half of the vanilla wafer cookies in the bottom of a 9"x13" pan to form the bottom layer.

Whip the cream cheese in a large bowl until light and fluffy.

Whisk the pudding and milk in a separate bowl until combined.

Use an electric mixer to combine the banana pudding and cream cheese.

Spoon half of the banana pudding mixture over the cookie layer.

Make a layer on top of the banana pudding layer with the remaining vanilla wafer cookies.

Spread the rest of the banana pudding mixture over the cookies.

Top with whipped topping.

Cover and place in the refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight so the cookies can soften.

Garnish with banana slices and vanilla wafers before serving.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Wafer Layer Pro Technique 🍪
Slightly crumble some vanilla wafers and press them gently into each layer to create a more textured and integrated dessert structure.
Banana Ripeness Secret 🍌
Choose bananas that are just turning golden with small brown spots for maximum sweetness and ideal pudding incorporation.
Chilling Precision ❄️
Allow the dessert to chill for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to let flavors meld and achieve the perfect pudding-cake consistency.
Cream Cheese Smoothing Hack 🥛
Bring cream cheese to room temperature and beat until ultra-smooth before mixing to prevent any lumps in your pudding layer.
Garnish Like a Pro 🍨
Reserve some crushed vanilla wafers and fresh banana slices for a stunning top layer garnish that adds both visual appeal and textural contrast.