Banana Cream Pudding Parfaits
Indulge in the creamy comfort of Banana Cream Pudding Parfaits, a no-bake dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. This easy-to-make treat layers velvety vanilla pudding, airy homemade whipped cream, ripe banana slices, and crumbly vanilla wafer cookies (or graham crackers) for a heavenly combination of textures and flavors. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these parfaits are perfect for family gatherings, dinner parties, or a quick weeknight dessert. Garnished with cookie crumbs and fresh mint leaves, these individual servings are not only visually stunning but also packed with the nostalgic flavors of classic banana cream pie—without the hassle. Serve them chilled for a refreshing and crowd-pleasing dessert that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Ripe bananas
- 1 box (3.4 oz) Instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups Cold whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups (crumbled) Vanilla wafer cookies (or graham crackers)
- 1 handful Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold whole milk for about 2 minutes until thickened. Cover and refrigerate for 5-10 minutes to set.
In a separate large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. This will take about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to over-whip.
Gently fold half of the whipped cream into the chilled pudding to create a light and creamy banana pudding mixture. Reserve the other half of the whipped cream for layering and garnish.
Peel and slice the bananas into thin, even rounds. Set them aside.
Prepare the vanilla wafer cookies (or graham crackers) by placing them in a resealable bag and using a rolling pin to crush them into crumbs. Alternatively, pulse them in a food processor until crumbly but not powdered.
In small parfait glasses or mason jars, start layering the ingredients. Begin with a spoonful of crumbled cookies as the base, followed by a layer of banana pudding, a layer of sliced bananas, and a dollop of whipped cream. Repeat the layering process until the glass is filled, finishing with whipped cream on top.
Sprinkle additional cookie crumbs on top and garnish with a banana slice or a fresh mint leaf, if desired.
Refrigerate the parfaits for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the layers to set.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1537 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.1 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.3 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 288 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 282 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.9 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 88.5 g | ||
| Protein | 21.0 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 588 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 2135 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
