Banana Rama
Indulge in the creamy and decadent delight of Banana Rama, a no-bake layered dessert that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. This recipe combines ripe bananas, rich homemade vanilla pudding, and a buttery graham cracker crust, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Topped with a luxurious drizzle of caramel sauce, a dollop of whipped cream, and a sprinkle of chopped nuts for added crunch, this dessert is a show-stopper for any occasion. With just 20 minutes of prep, minimal cooking, and a chill time to let the layers set, Banana Rama is a stress-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Perfect for banana dessert lovers, creamy dessert enthusiasts, and anyone searching for a quick yet impressive no-bake treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ripe bananas
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (crushed) graham crackers
- 3 tablespoons (melted) butter
- 0.33 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 0.25 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Peel the bananas and slice them into 1/4-inch rounds. Set them aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, granulated sugar, cornstarch, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the crushed graham crackers and melted butter until the crumbs are evenly moistened. Press the mixture into the bottom of dessert glasses or bowls to form the base layer.
Arrange a layer of banana slices over the graham cracker crust.
Pour a layer of the cooled pudding mixture over the bananas, spreading it evenly.
Repeat the layering process—graham crackers, bananas, and pudding—until the glasses or bowls are almost full, leaving space at the top for toppings.
Drizzle caramel sauce over the top layer of pudding.
Top with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with chopped nuts, if desired.
Chill the Banana Rama desserts in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2913 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.1 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.1 g | 450% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 440 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 1662 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 303.5 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 203.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.4 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 457 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2438 mg | 52% | |
*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.
