Classic Banana Pudding Recipe
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Do you have a standard for certain foods based on how they were prepared for you as a child? I do. No one can make potato salad like my mom. For my husband, no one can make Classic Banana Pudding like his Grandma.
So I attempted to make it for his birthday this week. The Banana Pudding I made wasn’t like his Grandma’s, but it was still delicious! I didn’t use her recipe; I used one from a 1950’s cookbook, except I used banana-flavored pudding instead of vanilla-flavored pudding.
Ingredients You Will Need
- Instant Banana Pudding
- Milk
- Bananas
- Vanilla Wafer Cookies
- Whipped Topping (Cool Whip)
Equipment You May Need
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cup
- Whisk
- Large spoon
- Trifle bowl (or other serving dish)
Helpful Tips
I made 2 large boxes (8 servings each) of Jello Banana Pudding, used 1.5 containers of Cool Whip, a whole package of Nilla Wafers, and about 5 bananas. I had leftover pudding when I finished the layers and saved it for the people who prefer plain pudding.
Other Recipes You May Like
You might also enjoy this Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding. If you are still wanting bananas, you may want to try this Old Fashioned Banana Bread or this Filipino Banana Turon. This No Bake Banana Split Cake is also delicious. For something different, you may want to try this Devil’s Food Cake or these Old-Fashioned Chocolate Brownies.
Final Thoughts on Banana Pudding
I made banana pudding in individual cups at the lake a few weeks ago, which was very simple. Each cup had 2 layers. Because this time I made it for my blog and my husband’s birthday, I did 7 layers of each – Nilla Wafers, banana pudding, bananas, and whipped cream (Cool Whip). That was also how many layers it took to fill my trifle bowl.
The original recipe was with vanilla and the only banana flavor came from the real bananas in the layers. The original recipe was made with meringue on top instead of Cool Whip, according to my relatives in the South (and they know their banana pudding).
Banana Pudding
Ingredients
- 2 Packages Banana Pudding 4 servings per package
- 2 Cups Milk
- 2 Bananas Sliced
- 1 package Nilla Wafers Crushed
- 1 Container Cool Whip
Instructions
- Prepare pudding according to package directions.
- Let set in refrigerator for 5-10 minutes.
- Pour half of pudding into a serving dish.
- Add a layer of bananas.
- Use half the Cool Whip for the next layer
- Add a layer of Nilla Wafers.
- Add remaining pudding on top.
- Add another layer of bananas, followed by the rest of the Cool Whip, and a layer of Nilla Wafers.
- Chill for an hour to set.
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36 Comments
Jamieadstories
This looks absolutely delicious.
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you!
Nicole Andrews
Ooh, banana pudding! I haven’t tried to make my own yet but now I’ll have to give it a try. Thanks for providing the instructions and recipe!
Heidi Bruaw
Yes, you will have to try it! It is really so easy. 🙂
Sara James
Banana pudding for birthdays seems like a great idea. I never tried waffles before but going to happen soon.
Thanks for sharing your delicious recipe.
Heidi Bruaw
You’re welcome! Not everyone likes cake so this was a perfect alternative!
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you!
Retirestyle Travel
I am going to try this recipe. Banana cream pie is in my top 5 desserts ever.
Heidi Bruaw
If you like Banana Cream Pie, I think you will love this! Let me know what you think. 🙂
Kevin Foodie
This is one heck of a dessert. I probably only had banana pudding once from the store. It was different from desserts i am accustomed to eating. Thanks for sharing this easy recipe with us.
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! It is super easy and delicious. I hope you get to try it sometime. 🙂
Lynn
OMG, looks so good! I absolutely am a sucker for Banana Cream Pie and this remind of this! I’ve never made banana pudding but your recipe makes it super easy! Thanks for sharing x
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Heidi Bruaw
If you like banana cream pie, you will love this! xx
Lexie
Thanks for sharing this! Im gonna try soon <3
Lexie –
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Heidi Bruaw
You’re welcome! I hope you like it! xx
Headphonesthoughts
I love banana pudding. This looks amazing.
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! 🙂
Corinne
Oh wow, this looks so tasty! Yum!
Corinne x
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! 🙂
ThePlainSimpleLife
I love banana flavoured anything and this looks amazing!
Heidi Bruaw
If you love bananas, you will enjoy this for sure! 🙂
ellegracedeveson
Wow this looks and sounds absolutely delicious. I’be never heard of this before but I’ll for sure be adding this to my list of recipes to make asap! Thank you so much for sharing
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! It is super delicious. 🙂
Simplyalexjean
I myself am not a banana person (never have been) but my fiancé loves banana’s and I enjoy making him banana flavored treats so this will definitely be one I try in the future.
Heidi Bruaw
If he loves bananas, he will definitely like this! That is of you to make them for him even though you don’t enjoy the flavor. xx
Isa A
I love custards puddings egg milk and banana desserts. I’ll be making this one day for sure. Thansk sk much much sharing. But I’ll do 2 layers and not 7 I’m lazy. I loved the wafer combination with all. XxIsa A. BloggerÂ
Heidi Bruaw
2 layers is more normal, haha. 7 is quite a lot, for sure!
bournemouthgirl
This sounds like an interesting pudding. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you!
The Twinsight | Lifestyle Blog
Love this super easy to follow recipe 🙂
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! 🙂
Isa A
It really goes like this, the lasagna my sister makes, I have never even had such a piece my whole life anywhere, at any restaurant even. It’s quite relatable. Haha.I never tried banana I always do vanilla. But I loved the idea of the wafer in it. Will definitely try that. Thanks for inspiration. XxIsa A. BloggerÂ
Heidi Bruaw
I completely understand, lol. I try so hard but it will never be the same.
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Melissa Alvarado
I like banana pudding. Thank you for sharing this recipe. I’ll try it out.
Heidi Bruaw
You’re welcome! I hope you enjoy it. 🙂