Ah, Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream—a luscious, fruity twist on classic banana pudding, layered with fresh strawberries, bananas, creamy pudding, and sometimes a whipped topping. Here’s a detailed recipe to make it dreamy:
Ingredients
For the pudding layer:
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional, for extra flavor)
For the layers:
- 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 box (12 oz) vanilla wafers or graham crackers
- 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping (Cool Whip)
Optional garnish:
- Fresh strawberries
- Banana slices
- Crushed vanilla wafers
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together instant pudding mix and cold milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).
- Stir in vanilla extract if using.
- Layer the dessert:
- In a 9×13-inch dish (or trifle bowl for a layered look), start with a layer of vanilla wafers or graham crackers.
- Add a layer of sliced bananas and strawberries.
- Spread a layer of pudding over the fruit.
- Repeat layers until ingredients are used, finishing with pudding on top.
- Top with whipped cream:
- Spread whipped cream over the top layer of pudding.
- Garnish with extra strawberry and banana slices and crushed cookies if desired.
- Chill:
- Refrigerate at least 2–3 hours (or overnight) to let flavors meld and wafers soften slightly.
- Serve:
- Scoop or slice and enjoy this creamy, fruity dream dessert!
💡 Tips:
- Use ripe bananas and fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
- To prevent bananas from browning, toss them lightly in a bit of lemon juice before layering.
- For added texture, sprinkle some toasted coconut or chopped nuts between layers.
I can also give a mini individual jar version, perfect for parties or grab-and-go desserts, if you want.
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