Paula Deen’s Banana Pudding
A classic Southern dessert, Paula Deen's Banana Pudding is rich, creamy, and bursting with banana flavor. Perfect for potlucks and family gatherings!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 box Vanilla Wafers
- 6 medium Bananas Sliced
- 3 cups Milk Cold
- 1 package Instant Vanilla Pudding
- 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
- 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 1 cup Whipped Topping Thawed, such as Cool Whip
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Line the bottom of a 9x13 inch dish with vanilla wafers.
- Slice bananas and layer them over the wafers.
- In a large bowl, whisk together milk and instant pudding mix. Let stand for 2 minutes to slightly thicken.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sweetened condensed milk and beat until well combined.
- Gently fold the cream cheese mixture into the pudding mixture.
- Fold in the whipped topping.
- Pour the mixture over the bananas and wafers. Top with additional wafers, if desired. Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
This banana pudding is best served cold. You can also add a sprinkle of cinnamon on top before serving for an extra touch of flavor.