Cloud Nine Banana Pudding
Dive into dessert bliss with Cloud Nine Banana Pudding, a creamy, dreamy classic reimagined for indulgent texture and flavor. This no-bake stunner combines silky layers of instant vanilla pudding, pillowy homemade whipped cream, and perfectly ripened bananas, all nestled between tender vanilla wafers that soften to perfection as they chill. A pinch of salt in the whipped topping balances the sweetness, creating a rich yet light dessert that will truly have you on "cloud nine." Ready in just 15 minutes, this make-ahead recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for potlucks, parties, or a sweet family treat. Serve it straight from your trifle dish for show-stopping presentation or scoop generous portions into bowls for pure spoonfuls of happiness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 boxes (3.4 oz per box) vanilla pudding mix (instant)
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 cup whipping cream (heavy)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 bananas (ripe)
- 12 oz vanilla wafers
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and whole milk until smooth and thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside in the fridge to chill.
In a separate bowl, pour the heavy whipping cream. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a small pinch of salt. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes. Set aside.
Peel and slice the bananas into 1/4-inch rounds.
In a trifle dish, a glass bowl, or an 8x8-inch baking dish, begin layering the pudding. Start with a layer of vanilla wafers to cover the bottom.
Spread a layer of pudding (about 1/4 of the mixture) evenly over the wafers. Arrange a single layer of banana slices on top of the pudding.
Repeat the layers: vanilla wafers, pudding, banana slices, until all the pudding is used up, making sure the top layer is pudding to keep the bananas moist.
Spread the freshly whipped cream generously over the top layer of pudding, smoothing it out with a spatula for an even finish.
Optionally, crumble a few vanilla wafers and sprinkle them over the whipped cream for decoration.
Chill the banana pudding in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the wafers to soften.
Serve chilled and enjoy the velvety, cloud-like decadence!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 222.0 g | 285% | |
| Saturated Fat | 152.2 g | 761% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 425 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 3120 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 567.3 g | 206% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 397.7 g | ||
| Protein | 53.4 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1381 mg | 106% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 3400 mg | 72% | |
*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.
