Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream Recipe
Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream is a luscious, no-bake layered dessert combining creamy French vanilla pudding, sweet cream cheese mixture, fresh bananas and strawberries, and crunchy vanilla wafers. Topped with a fluffy whipped cream layer, this chilled treat offers a perfect balance of sweet, creamy, and fruity flavors that’s ideal for summer parties or comforting anytime indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8 to 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Base and Fruit Layers
- 2 boxes Vanilla Wafers
- 6 to 8 bananas, sliced
- 1 container strawberries, 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
Topping
- 1 (12 oz.) container whipped topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Creamy Pudding Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk. Whisk or beat until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add Pudding and Milk: Stir in the French vanilla pudding mix and 2 cups of milk to the cream cheese mixture. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and smooth.
- Layer Vanilla Wafers and Fruit: In a large serving dish, arrange a layer of vanilla wafers evenly across the bottom. Then, add a layer of sliced bananas followed by a layer of sliced strawberries evenly over the wafers.
- Add Pudding Mixture: Carefully pour half of the prepared pudding mixture over the layered fruit and wafers, spreading gently to cover the ingredients evenly.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the process with the remaining vanilla wafers, bananas, and strawberries, and then pour the rest of the pudding mixture on top, spreading it out evenly to finish the layers.
- Top with Whipped Cream: Spread the whipped topping evenly over the final pudding layer to create a fluffy and inviting surface.
- Chill the Dessert: Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the wafers to soften into a creamy texture.
Notes
- For best results, use ripe but firm bananas to prevent browning and mushiness.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and smoother pudding.
- You can substitute fresh strawberries with frozen, but thaw and drain them beforehand to avoid excess moisture.
- This dessert can be prepared a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- For a tangier twist, consider adding a splash of lemon juice on the bananas to prevent browning.
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