Strawberry Banana Pudding is a delicious twist on the classic banana pudding, with the added sweetness of fresh strawberries. It’s a creamy, indulgent dessert that’s perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or anytime you’re craving something sweet and fruity. Here’s how to make it:
Strawberry Banana Pudding Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix (about 3.4 oz)
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3-4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 box vanilla wafer cookies (about 12 oz)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Pudding:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes, or until it thickens to the consistency of pudding.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract to the pudding and mix until fully combined.
2. Fold in the Whipped Topping:
- Gently fold the whipped topping into the pudding mixture until smooth and creamy.
3. Layer the Dessert:
- In a large trifle dish or a 9×13-inch baking dish, start with a layer of vanilla wafer cookies at the bottom.
- Add a layer of sliced bananas on top of the cookies.
- Spoon a layer of the pudding mixture over the bananas and spread evenly.
- Add a layer of sliced strawberries on top of the pudding.
4. Repeat the Layers:
- Repeat the layers: add more vanilla wafer cookies, then bananas, followed by the pudding mixture and strawberries, until you run out of ingredients. End with a layer of pudding mixture on top.
5. Chill:
- Once all layers are assembled, cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight). This allows the flavors to meld together, and the cookies to soften, making it even more delicious.
6. Serve:
- Before serving, garnish the top with additional sliced strawberries and banana slices for an extra fresh touch.
Tips:
- Banana Tip: To prevent the bananas from browning, you can toss the banana slices in a little bit of lemon juice before layering them.
- Variations: You can swap out the vanilla pudding for banana pudding mix if you prefer a more intense banana flavor.
- Make Ahead: This dessert is best made a few hours before serving, as it allows time for the flavors to develop.
This Strawberry Banana Pudding is a refreshing, creamy dessert that combines the classic flavors of banana pudding with the freshness of strawberries. It’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser! 🍓🍌🍨