Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for a Strawberry Banana Pudding Dessert — creamy, fruity, and perfect for any occasion.
🍓🍌 Strawberry Banana Pudding Dessert
Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
- 1 (5–oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (optional for extra creaminess)
- 2–3 tablespoons sugar (optional, if you want it sweeter)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3–4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1–2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 box vanilla wafers or graham crackers
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Pudding
- In a medium bowl, whisk pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes.
- Let it set in the fridge for 5 minutes.
- Optional: Whip heavy cream with sugar and vanilla and fold into the pudding for a creamier texture.
2️⃣ Layer the Dessert
- In a trifle dish or individual glasses, layer vanilla wafers or graham crackers on the bottom.
- Add a layer of banana slices, then a layer of strawberries.
- Spoon a generous layer of pudding over the fruit.
- Repeat layers until ingredients are used, finishing with pudding on top.
3️⃣ Chill
- Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours (or overnight) so flavors meld and wafers soften slightly.
4️⃣ Serve
- Garnish with extra strawberry slices, banana slices, or a sprinkle of crushed wafers.
- Optional: Add a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of chocolate syrup.
💡 Tips
- Use ripe but firm bananas to prevent browning.
- For extra flavor, macerate strawberries with a teaspoon of sugar before layering.
- This dessert can be made ahead of time, making it ideal for parties.
If you want, I can also give a lighter version using Greek yogurt and less sugar that keeps it creamy and healthier.
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