Description
Looking for a show-stopping dessert that’s as easy as it is delicious? This Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream is a no-bake treat layered with creamy vanilla pudding, ripe bananas, juicy strawberries, and fluffy whipped topping. It’s the perfect blend of fresh fruit and rich creaminess, all nestled between soft vanilla wafers. Whether you’re seeking quick breakfast ideas, a healthy snack, or indulgent dinner ideas, this easy recipe will win over guests and family alike.
Ingredients
1 (5.1 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups cold milk
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups whipped topping, divided
1 box (11 oz) vanilla wafer cookies
4–5 ripe bananas, sliced
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
Optional garnish: crushed vanilla wafers, whole strawberries, banana slices
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, whisk together pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes. Let it set for another 2 minutes.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract and mix until creamy.
3. Fold the cream cheese mixture into the prepared pudding. Gently fold in 2 cups whipped topping until smooth.
4. Slice strawberries and bananas. Toss bananas with a little lemon juice if desired to prevent browning.
5. In a glass trifle dish or baking dish, layer vanilla wafers, pudding mixture, bananas, and strawberries.
6. Repeat the layers until ingredients are used, finishing with pudding on top.
7. Spread the remaining whipped topping over the final layer.
8. Garnish with crushed wafers, banana slices, and a strawberry.
9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Make the dessert at least 4 hours in advance for the best texture and flavor.
Use ripe but firm bananas so they hold their shape in the pudding.
Fresh whipped cream can replace whipped topping for a richer homemade flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: easy recipe, no-bake dessert, banana pudding, strawberry banana pudding, summer dessert