Description
Enjoy a classic Southern dessert with these easy-to-make Banana Pudding Cups featuring layers of creamy instant vanilla pudding, ripe bananas, whipped topping, and crunchy vanilla wafers. Perfect for individual servings, this no-bake treat is quick to prepare and delightful to share.
Ingredients
Scale
Banana Pudding
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
Filling and Garnish
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers (plus extra for garnish)
- Whole vanilla wafers (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and 2 cups of cold milk until smooth. Refrigerate the mixture for 5 minutes to allow it to set properly.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the 1 cup of whipped topping into the set pudding mixture to create a creamy and fluffy texture without deflating the topping.
- Assemble the cups: In individual serving cups, start by layering a spoonful of crushed vanilla wafers, followed by slices of ripe bananas, and then a layer of the pudding mixture. Repeat the layers until the cups are filled to your liking.
- Top and garnish: Finish each cup with a dollop of whipped topping. Sprinkle additional crushed vanilla wafers on top, and place a whole vanilla wafer as a decorative and flavorful garnish.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled pudding cups for at least 30 minutes to meld the flavors and allow the wafers to soften slightly, enhancing the texture of the dessert.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
- For a richer taste, substitute whole milk or use homemade whipped cream instead of store-bought whipped topping.
- Prepare the pudding cups a few hours ahead or the night before for deeper flavor infusion.
- This recipe is great for parties, as the individual servings make it easy to serve and enjoy.
- To prevent bananas from browning, lightly coat slices with lemon juice before layering.
