Banana Graham Cracker Pudding
Indulge in the creamy, nostalgic delight of Banana Graham Cracker Pudding, a no-bake dessert that perfectly balances fresh banana slices, silky vanilla pudding, and light, fluffy whipped cream. This crowd-pleasing recipe features layers of graham crackers that soften into a cake-like texture as they chill, creating a melt-in-your-mouth treat. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this effortlessly easy dessert is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or weeknight indulgences. Topped with a cloud of homemade whipped cream and optional garnishes like crushed graham crackers or chocolate shavings, this refrigerator-set treat is as beautiful to serve as it is satisfying to eat. Serve it chilled for a refreshing dessert that captures classic banana pudding flavor with a modern twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Ripe bananas
- 12 sheets Graham crackers
- 3.9 oz Instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups Cold milk
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp Powdered sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: crushed graham crackers or chocolate shavings
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until thickened. Set aside in the refrigerator to chill.
Slice the bananas into thin, even rounds. Set them aside.
In a separate bowl, use a hand mixer or whisk to beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form to create homemade whipped cream.
Using a 9x9-inch baking dish, start assembling the layers. Begin with a single layer of graham cracker sheets to cover the bottom of the dish (break the sheets if necessary to fit).
Spread one-third of the vanilla pudding over the graham crackers, followed by a layer of banana slices.
Repeat the layers: graham crackers, pudding, and bananas, until you’ve completed 3 layers, finishing with the vanilla pudding on top.
Spread the whipped cream evenly over the final pudding layer.
Optionally, sprinkle crushed graham crackers or chocolate shavings on top as a garnish.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the graham crackers to soften.
Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy, comforting dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2829 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.9 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.9 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 280 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 2408 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 377.5 g | 137% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 240.1 g | ||
| Protein | 29.6 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 685 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 2598 mg | 55% | |
*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.
