Description
A delicious and layered dessert combining banana pudding, cream cheese, and vanilla wafers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (11 oz) box vanilla wafers or graham crackers
- 4 medium ripe bananas, sliced
- 2 (3.4 oz) boxes instant banana pudding mix
- 2¾ cups cold milk
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For Garnish: Crushed vanilla wafers, Sliced bananas, Extra whipped topping
- Optional Add-ins: Chocolate chips or shaved chocolate, Drizzle of caramel sauce, Toasted pecans for crunch
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the banana pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until thickened. Set aside to set slightly.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and half of the whipped topping, folding gently until well combined.
- Place a single layer of vanilla wafers or graham crackers on the bottom of the 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cookies. Add a layer of sliced bananas. Spread half of the banana pudding over the bananas. Repeat with another layer of cookies, cream cheese mixture, bananas, and pudding.
- Spread the remaining whipped topping evenly over the final pudding layer. Sprinkle with crushed cookies and extra banana slices for garnish.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld.
- Slice and serve chilled. Add more crushed cookies or a drizzle of caramel sauce if desired.
Notes
- Use Ripe Bananas – Slightly spotted bananas add the best flavor and sweetness.
- Chill Long Enough – Minimum 4 hours is key for perfect slices.
- Don’t Overmix – Gently fold in whipped topping to keep it light and airy.
- Layer Neatly – Helps the lasagna set beautifully for slicing.
- Make It Ahead – Best made a day in advance for ultimate flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg