Description
Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream is a creamy, no-bake dessert layered with vanilla pudding, fresh strawberries, ripe bananas, whipped topping, and vanilla wafers. It’s light, fruity, and perfect for gatherings or make-ahead treats.
Ingredients
- 1 (5.1 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping, thawed
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 cups vanilla wafer cookies
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Fold half of the whipped topping into the pudding until smooth and creamy.
- In a serving dish or trifle bowl, layer vanilla wafers on the bottom.
- Add a layer of sliced bananas and strawberries over the wafers.
- Spread a layer of the pudding mixture on top.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with pudding.
- Top with remaining whipped topping and garnish with extra fruit if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm bananas for best texture.
- Slice fruit just before assembling to prevent browning.
- Can be made a day ahead for enhanced flavor.
- Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American