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Old Fashioned Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding

Classic banana pudding recipe with creamy layers and vanilla wafers in a glass bowl.
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This iconic no-bake dessert layers creamy vanilla pudding, ripe bananas, and vanilla wafers that soften into a cake-like texture. It is the ultimate comfort food, simple to make yet incredibly satisfying. Perfect for make-ahead gatherings or a sweet treat any day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 1/2 cups ice-cold water
  • 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 3 cups heavy cream, chilled
  • 1 (11 oz) box vanilla wafers (like Nilla Wafers)
  • 4-5 medium ripe bananas, sliced

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk sweetened condensed milk and ice-cold water until smooth.
  2. Add the instant vanilla pudding mix and whisk vigorously for 2 minutes until thickened. Set aside.
  3. In another large bowl, beat the chilled heavy cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding base using a rubber spatula until no white streaks remain.
  5. Spread a thin layer of the cream mixture in the bottom of a 9x13 inch dish.
  6. Add a single layer of vanilla wafers, then a layer of sliced bananas, then a generous layer of cream.
  7. Repeat the layers, ending with a final layer of cream.
  8. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight, before serving.

Notes

Use bananas that are yellow with a few speckles, not mushy. Do not skip the chilling time, as it allows the wafers to soften properly. For best results, assemble the pudding 1 day ahead.

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