Easy Layered Banana Pudding Trifle Recipe
A simple and delicious Easy Layered Banana Pudding Trifle that combines creamy vanilla pudding, fresh bananas, crunchy Nilla Wafers, and fluffy Cool Whip for a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Pudding
- 1 large box (5 oz) Jell-O Cook and Serve Vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups 2% milk
Layers
- 7 bananas, sliced
- 1 box Nilla Wafers
- 1 (16 oz) container Cool Whip
Instructions
- Prepare the Pudding: In a saucepan over medium heat, add the milk and pudding mix, stirring constantly. Cook until the mixture begins to boil. Transfer the pudding to a mixing bowl and let it cool for at least 5 minutes.
- Layer the Trifle: Place a layer of Nilla Wafers on the bottom of a trifle dish. Next, add a layer of Cool Whip, followed by a layer of pudding, sliced bananas, and more Nilla Wafers.
- Repeat Layers: Continue layering in the same order: wafers, Cool Whip, pudding, and bananas, until the dish is filled.
- Top and Decorate: Finish with a final layer of Nilla Wafers and banana slices. Crumble a few extra wafers and sprinkle them on top for decoration.
- Chill: Refrigerate until ready to serve for the flavors to meld, about 15-20 minutes.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm bananas to prevent them from becoming mushy too quickly.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract to the pudding mixture.
- Chill the pudding before layering to make assembly easier and prevent melting.
- If Nilla Wafers are not available, vanilla or butter cookies can be a good substitute.
- This dessert is best served within 24 hours for optimal freshness.
