Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream

why make this recipe

Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream is a delightful dessert that brings together the sweetness of strawberries and bananas with the creaminess of pudding. It’s a perfect treat for gatherings, family dinners, or just as a special dessert at home. This recipe is easy to make and is sure to impress everyone with its beautiful layers and delicious flavors.

how to make Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream

Ingredients:

• 2 boxes Vanilla Wafers
• 6 to 8 bananas, sliced
• 2 cups milk
• 1 container strawberries
• 1 (5 oz.) box French Vanilla pudding
• 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese
• 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 (12 oz.) container whipped topping

Directions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
2. Add the French Vanilla pudding and milk to the mixture and stir until well combined.
3. In a large serving dish, layer the vanilla wafers, followed by a layer of sliced bananas and strawberries.
4. Pour half of the pudding mixture over the fruit and wafers.
5. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, finishing with the pudding mixture on top.
6. Spread the whipped topping over the final layer and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

how to serve Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream

Serve Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream chilled, directly from the fridge. Use a spoon to scoop out layers of delicious fruit, creamy pudding, and whipped topping. It can be enjoyed as a light dessert after any meal.

how to store Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream

Store any leftovers in the refrigerator. Keep it covered to ensure it stays fresh for up to 3 days. However, it’s best enjoyed within a day or two for optimum flavor and texture.

tips to make Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream

• Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.
• Use ripe bananas for better flavor and sweetness.
• Feel free to layer the dessert in individual cups for a fun presentation.
• For more flavor, you can add a dash of vanilla extract to the pudding mixture.

variation

You can switch up the fruits by including blueberries or raspberries along with the strawberries and bananas for a mixed fruit pudding. You can also experiment with different flavors of pudding.

FAQs

1. Can I make this dessert the night before?
Yes, it tastes even better if you make it the night before as the flavors will blend together.

2. Can I use different types of pudding?
Absolutely! You can use any flavor of pudding you like, though vanilla or banana flavors complement the fruits well.

3. Is it possible to make this recipe gluten-free?
Yes! Just look for gluten-free vanilla wafers, and you can enjoy this dessert without gluten.

Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream

A delightful dessert combining the sweetness of strawberries and bananas with creamy pudding, perfect for gatherings or a special treat at home.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 4 hours hrs

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Pudding Layer

• 1 container cream cheese Make sure it's at room temperature for easier mixing.
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 box French Vanilla pudding (5 oz)
• 2 cups milk

For the Layering

• 2 boxes Vanilla Wafers
• 6-8 pieces bananas, sliced Use ripe bananas for better flavor.
• 1 container strawberries Can include blueberries or raspberries for a mixed fruit version.
• 1 container whipped topping (12 oz)

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
2. Add the French Vanilla pudding and milk to the mixture and stir until well combined.

Layering

1. In a large serving dish, layer the vanilla wafers, followed by a layer of sliced bananas and strawberries.
2. Pour half of the pudding mixture over the fruit and wafers.
3. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, finishing with the pudding mixture on top.
4. Spread the whipped topping over the final layer.

Serving

1. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
2. Serve chilled, scooping out layers with a spoon.

Notes

Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, but it's best enjoyed within a day or two. You can layer the dessert in individual cups for a fun presentation. For more flavor, consider adding a dash of vanilla extract to the pudding mixture.