Strawberry Banana Pudding

Here’s a Strawberry Banana Pudding recipe that’s creamy, fruity, and perfect for any occasion—especially summer get-togethers!

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🍓 Strawberry Banana Pudding Recipe

Servings: 8–10
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Chill Time: 2–4 hours (or overnight)
Total Time: 2.5–4.5 hours

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🛒 Ingredients:

For the Pudding:

• 1 box (5.1 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix

• 2 cups cold milk

• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

• 1½ cups heavy whipping cream (or 1 tub Cool Whip, thawed)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Layers:

• 1 box Nilla Wafers (or shortbread cookies)

• 3–4 ripe bananas, sliced

• 1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced

• Extra whipped cream and fruit for topping (optional)

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🍽️ Directions:

1. Make the Pudding Base:

   • In a large bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk until it starts to thicken (about 2 minutes).

   • Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until smooth.

   • In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form (or skip this step if using Cool Whip).

   • Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding mixture. Set aside.

2. Layer the Dessert:

   • In a trifle dish, 9×13 pan, or large glass bowl, start with a layer of Nilla Wafers.

   • Add a layer of banana slices, then strawberries.

   • Spoon a generous layer of pudding mixture over the fruit.

   • Repeat the layers (wafers, bananas, strawberries, pudding) until the dish is full, ending with pudding on top.

3. Chill:

   • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2–4 hours (overnight is even better) to allow the flavors to meld and the wafers to soften.

4. Serve:

   • Just before serving, garnish with extra fruit and whipped cream if desired.

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🔁 Tips & Variations:

• Chocolate Twist: Add chocolate chips or drizzle melted chocolate between layers.

• Crunchy Layer: Add crushed graham crackers or pecans for texture.

• Make it Boozy: Add a splash of banana liqueur or rum to the pudding mix (for adults only).