Description
This Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream is an easy, no-bake dessert that layers creamy vanilla pudding, fresh bananas, juicy strawberries, and crunchy vanilla wafers topped with whipped cream. Perfect for a quick and delicious treat without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
Base and Fruit Layers
- 2 boxes vanilla wafers
- 6–8 bananas, sliced
- 1 container strawberries, hulled and sliced
Pudding Mixture
- 1 (5 oz.) box French Vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups milk
- 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 (12 oz.) container whipped topping, thawed
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually beat in the sweetened condensed milk until well combined. Set this mixture aside.
- Make the Pudding: In a separate bowl, whisk the French Vanilla pudding mix with milk for about 2 minutes until thickened. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes to firm up.
- Combine Mixtures: Mix the cream cheese mixture with the prepared pudding and gently fold in half of the thawed whipped topping until just combined for a light, creamy texture.
- Layer Wafers: Arrange a single layer of vanilla wafers on the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish or large trifle bowl, breaking some to fit as needed.
- Add Fruit Layer: Evenly layer half of sliced bananas and half of sliced strawberries over the wafers.
- Spread Pudding: Carefully spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the fruit.
- Repeat Layers: Add another layer of vanilla wafers, followed by the remaining bananas and strawberries. Then spread the remaining pudding mixture over the top.
- Top with Whipped Topping: Spread the remaining whipped topping smoothly or create decorative swirls on top.
- Chill: Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to let the flavors meld and wafers soften before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm bananas to avoid browning too quickly.
- For extra flavor, chill the pudding mixture before assembling.
- The dessert can be made up to a day ahead for convenience.
- If desired, garnish with additional fresh strawberries or a sprinkle of crushed wafers before serving.
- Consume within 2 to 3 days for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry banana pudding, no-bake dessert, vanilla wafer pudding, easy summer dessert, creamy fruit pudding
