Chocolate Banana Pudding
Indulge in the creamy, chocolatey decadence of Chocolate Banana Pudding, a luxurious dessert that combines rich chocolate pudding, fresh banana slices, and layers of crunchy Nilla wafers or graham crackers. This easy-to-make recipe begins with a homemade chocolate pudding made from scratch with unsweetened cocoa powder, melted chocolate chips, and a touch of vanilla for deep, velvety flavor. The addition of ripe, sliced bananas brings natural sweetness and a refreshing contrast to the rich chocolate, while the whipped cream topping adds a light, airy finish. Perfectly chilled for a few hours, this no-bake dessert becomes irresistibly layered, making it ideal for parties, family gatherings, or as an elevated weeknight treat. Garnish with chocolate shavings for a stunning visual touch. With only 30 minutes of preparation and cook time, this Chocolate Banana Pudding is a quick yet impressive dessert that will delight everyone at the table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Milk
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 3 medium Bananas
- 1 cups Whipped cream
- 2 tablespoons Chocolate shavings (optional)
- 15 pieces Nilla wafers or graham crackers
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
Gradually add milk to the saucepan, whisking constantly to combine and avoid lumps.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it comes to a boil and thickens. This will take about 8-10 minutes.
Once thickened, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the chocolate chips until completely melted and smooth.
Stir in the vanilla extract, then allow the pudding to cool for 10 minutes.
While the pudding cools, slice the bananas into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
In serving glasses or a trifle dish, layer the bottom with a few Nilla wafers or graham crackers.
Add a layer of banana slices followed by a layer of chocolate pudding.
Repeat the layers—wafers, bananas, and chocolate pudding—until the dish is filled, finishing with a pudding layer on top.
Chill the pudding in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.
Before serving, top each portion with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings, if desired.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3958 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.9 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.0 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 2514 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 679.6 g | 247% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.1 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 436.6 g | ||
| Protein | 53.7 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 712 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 3302 mg | 70% | |
*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.
