Description
A luscious and creamy Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream featuring layers of vanilla wafers, fresh bananas, juicy strawberries, and a rich French vanilla pudding mixture topped with whipped cream. This no-bake dessert is perfect for gatherings and can be prepared ahead of time for chilled enjoyment.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 6 to 8 bananas, sliced
- 1 container strawberries, sliced
Dairy & Pudding
- 2 cups milk
- 1 (5 oz.) box French Vanilla pudding mix
- 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (12 oz.) container whipped topping
Other
- 2 boxes vanilla wafers
- 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk. Use a mixer or whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy without lumps.
- Add Pudding and Milk: Stir in the French Vanilla pudding mix and milk into the cream cheese blend. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined to form a rich pudding base.
- Layer Ingredients: In a large serving dish, start by layering the vanilla wafers evenly across the bottom, followed by an even layer of sliced bananas and sliced strawberries to create the first fruit layer.
- Add Pudding Mixture: Pour half of the prepared pudding mixture over the layered wafers and fruit to evenly cover them.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering process by adding remaining vanilla wafers, bananas, and strawberries, then pour the remaining pudding mixture on top, ensuring an even spread.
- Top and Chill: Spread the whipped topping evenly over the top layer of pudding. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until thoroughly chilled and set before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, use ripe but firm bananas to avoid mushiness.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened to blend smoothly without lumps.
- This dessert can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Substitute fresh strawberries with frozen (thawed and drained) if fresh are unavailable.
- Use low-fat or reduced sugar milk and pudding mix for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry Banana Pudding, No-Bake Dessert, Creamy Pudding, Fruit Dessert, Layered Pudding
