Jasmin's Southern Banana Pudding

Why You’ll Love This Creamy Banana Pudding

A rich, creamy Southern classic made with layers of bananas, vanilla wafers, and a delicious banana pudding mixture.

Serves: 8–10

Ingredients

• Banana cream pudding mix

• Real milk

• Bananas

• Vanilla wafers

• Sweetened condensed milk

• Whipped topping

• Whipped cream, for topping

• Crushed vanilla wafers, for topping

Directions

1. Prepare the Pudding:
   In a bowl, mix the banana cream pudding mix and milk together. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes until it thickens.

2. Prepare the Bananas:
   Slice the bananas into thick pieces.

3. Create the Base Layer:
   In your serving dish, create a layer using whole vanilla wafers and approximately half of the sliced bananas.

4. Add the Sweetened Condensed Milk:
   Add the sweetened condensed milk to the thickened pudding mixture and mix well.

5. Fold in the Whipped Topping:
   Gently fold the whipped topping into the pudding mixture until well combined.

6. Layer the Pudding:
   Pour the pudding mixture over the base layer. Add another layer of sliced bananas on top.

7. Chill:
   Place the pudding in the refrigerator and chill until it is nice and thick.

8. Add the Toppings:
   Before serving, top with whipped cream and crushed vanilla wafers.

Jasmin's Tip

Adding sweetened condensed milk is the secret ingredient that makes the pudding much richer and thicker, and truly sets this Southern classic apart.