This Strawberry Banana Pudding is a delicious twist on the classic Southern dessert! Featuring layers of creamy vanilla pudding, fresh bananas, juicy strawberries, and crisp vanilla wafers, this no-bake dessert is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or a sweet treat anytime!

Ingredients

For the Layers

✔ 2 boxes Vanilla Wafers
✔ 6 to 8 ripe bananas, sliced
✔ 1 container fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

For the Pudding Mixture

✔ 2 cups cold milk
✔ 1 (5 oz.) box French Vanilla pudding mix
✔ 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened
✔ 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
✔ 1 (12 oz.) container frozen whipped topping, thawed (or equal amount sweetened whipped cream)

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Base Layer

• Line the bottom of a 13×9-inch dish with one box of Vanilla Wafers.
• Arrange a layer of sliced bananas evenly over the cookies.

2️⃣ Make the Pudding Mixture

• In a large bowl, whisk together milk and French Vanilla pudding mix until smooth and thickened.
• In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk until smooth and creamy.
• Gently fold in whipped topping to create a light and fluffy mixture.
• Combine the cream cheese mixture with the pudding mixture and stir until fully blended.

3️⃣ Assemble the Layers

• Pour the pudding mixture evenly over the bananas and cookies.
• Sprinkle chopped fresh strawberries on top.
• Finish with the remaining box of Vanilla Wafers, creating a beautiful top layer.

4️⃣ Chill & Serve

• Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld and the cookies to soften.
• Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy, fruity, and irresistible dessert!

Pro Tips for the Best Strawberry Banana Pudding

✅ Use ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness.
✅ For extra crunch, toast the Vanilla Wafers before layering.
✅ Add a drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce for an indulgent twist.
✅ Prefer homemade whipped cream? Beat 1½ cups heavy cream with 3 tbsp sugar until fluffy and use it instead of store-bought whipped topping.

Storage Instructions

• Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• For best texture, do not freeze, as bananas and pudding do not thaw well.

💡 Perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or an easy make-ahead dessert! 🍌🍓