Strawberry Banana Pudding – No-Bake Southern-Style Dessert

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Strawberry Banana Pudding – No-Bake Southern-Style Dessert

This Strawberry Banana Pudding is a delicious twist on the classic Southern banana pudding! Creamy, fruity, and full of flavor, it’s the perfect make-ahead no-bake dessert for holidays, potlucks, BBQs, and family dinners. Layered with vanilla wafers, bananas, strawberries, French vanilla pudding, and a luscious whipped cream cheese mixture—every spoonful is bursting with nostalgic comfort and fruity sweetness.

Ingredients:

  • 2 boxes vanilla wafers
  • 6 to 8 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 container fresh strawberries, chopped
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 (5 oz.) box French vanilla instant pudding mix
  • 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (12 oz.) container frozen whipped topping, thawed (or equal amount sweetened whipped cream)

Instructions:

  • Layer the base: Line the bottom of a 13×9 inch baking dish with one bag of vanilla wafers. Top with an even layer of sliced bananas.

  • Make the pudding: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk and French vanilla pudding mix until smooth and slightly thickened. Set aside.

  • Prepare the cream cheese filling: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the sweetened condensed milk until creamy and smooth.

  • Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.

  • Combine: Stir the cream cheese mixture into the pudding mixture and mix well until smooth and fully blended.

  • Assemble: Pour the combined pudding mixture evenly over the banana layer. Top with a layer of chopped fresh strawberries, then cover with the remaining vanilla wafers.

  • Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to let the layers set and flavors meld.

  • Serve: Scoop and serve chilled. Garnish with extra strawberries or banana slices if desired.

Why You’ll Love This Dessert:

  • No-bake recipe – perfect for warm weather or quick prep
  • Loaded with fresh fruit – strawberries and bananas in every bite
  • Creamy and indulgent with sweetened condensed milk and whipped topping
  • Perfect for crowds – ideal make-ahead dessert for gatherings
  • Customizable – add extra fruits or drizzle with caramel for a twist

Tips & Variations:

  • Make it richer: Swap whipped topping for homemade whipped cream for a more decadent flavor.
  • Try different fruits: Blueberries, raspberries, or pineapple chunks make great additions.
  • Serve individually: Layer in cups or jars for personal servings.

Storage Instructions:

  • Keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Best enjoyed within 24 hours for peak banana freshness.

Nutrition Information (approx. per serving, 12 servings):

  • Calories: 290 kcal
  • Carbs: 38g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Sugar: 24g

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