How to Make Paula Deen's Not Yo' Mama's Banana Pudding in 5 Steps
This classic banana pudding recipe is a crowd-pleaser! Layers of creamy vanilla pudding, ripe bananas, and crispy vanilla wafers make it a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Servings: 12
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Prep: 20 minutes
Total: 20 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 box Vanilla wafers 12 ounces
- 6 medium Bananas Sliced
- 1 can Sweetened condensed milk 14 ounces
- 1.5 cups Ice water
- 1 package Instant vanilla pudding mix 5.1 ounces
- 3 cups Heavy cream
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Line the bottom of a 9x13 inch dish with vanilla wafers.
- In a large bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and ice water. Whisk until smooth.
- Add the instant vanilla pudding mix and whisk until well combined. Let stand for 2 minutes to thicken.
- In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding mixture.
- Arrange a layer of sliced bananas over the vanilla wafers. Pour half of the pudding mixture over the bananas.
- Repeat layers of wafers, bananas, and pudding mixture. Top with remaining wafers.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.
Notes
For an extra touch, garnish with shaved chocolate or extra whipped cream before serving.