Banana Pudding Trifle
A creamy, no-bake Southern dessert layered with vanilla pudding, bananas, whipped cream, and classic vanilla wafers. It’s quick, comforting, and guaranteed to make someone smile — maybe even knock on your door!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
- Spatula
- Trifle Dish or Individual Jars
Ingredients
Pudding Base
- 2 cups whole milk
- 5.1 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
Whipped Cream
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp sugar for sweetening the topping
Layering Ingredients
- 12 oz vanilla wafers
- 4 bananas sliced
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together milk, pudding mix, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Chill for 5 minutes.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream with vanilla until stiff peaks form. Set aside one-third for topping.
- Fold the remaining two-thirds of whipped cream into the pudding to create a smooth filling.
- Layer vanilla wafers at the bottom of a trifle dish. Add pudding mixture, then banana slices. Repeat layers until full.
- Mix 1 tbsp sugar into the reserved whipped cream and spread over the top of the trifle.
- Garnish with extra banana slices or crumbled wafers. Chill for at least 3 hours before serving.
Notes
Use instant pudding for no-fail consistency, and slightly underripe bananas to prevent browning. Chill before serving for the best texture and flavor.