Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream Recipe
A luscious and creamy Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream that layers vanilla wafers, fresh bananas, and strawberries with a rich French vanilla pudding and cream cheese mixture, topped with whipped cream. This no-bake dessert is perfect for gatherings or a refreshing treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 to 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 boxes Vanilla Wafers
- 6 to 8 bananas, sliced
- 1 container strawberries, sliced
Pudding Mixture
- 2 cups milk
- 1 (5 oz.) box French Vanilla pudding mix
- 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 (12 oz.) container whipped topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk. Beat together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Incorporate Pudding and Milk: Add the French vanilla pudding mix and 2 cups of milk into the cream cheese mixture. Stir thoroughly until everything is well combined and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Layer Ingredients: In a large serving dish or trifle bowl, start by spreading a layer of vanilla wafers evenly at the bottom. Next, add a layer of sliced bananas and a layer of sliced strawberries.
- Add Pudding Mixture: Pour half of the pudding mixture over the layered wafers and fruit, spreading gently to cover.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layers with remaining vanilla wafers, bananas, and strawberries. Then, pour the rest of the pudding mixture on top, smoothing it out evenly.
- Top with Whipped Topping: Spread the whipped topping evenly over the final pudding layer for a creamy finish.
- Chill: Refrigerate the entire dish for at least 4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the wafers to soften, creating a dreamy pudding texture.
Notes
- For best results, use ripe but firm bananas to prevent browning.
- Allow the dessert to chill overnight for even better flavor and texture.
- You can substitute vanilla wafers with graham crackers for a different flavor.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened before mixing to avoid lumps.
- This dessert is perfect for potlucks and can be prepared a day ahead.
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