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Banana Pudding Trifle Recipe: Showstopper in Minutes
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Banana Pudding Trifle Recipe

Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Chill Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 Persons
Calories: 420kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 prepared vanilla or banana pudding store-bought works if you’re in a hurry
  • 3 large ripe bananas sliced
  • 1 box of vanilla wafer cookies or chicas crushed
  • 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping thawed
  • 1 cup cold milk if you’re using instant pudding
  • Optional: a handful of mini chocolate chips or toasted coconut for flair
  • Optional: a few extra banana slices for garnish
  • Glass trifle bowl or large clear serving dish

Instructions

  • Prep your components: chill the pudding if it isn’t already, and beat the whipped cream to soft peaks if you’re doing it from scratch. Keeps things light and fluffy.
  • Layer timing: start with a layer of crushed cookies at the bottom. A little crunch goes a long way toward party-sane texture.
  • Spread a thin layer of pudding over the cookies. Don’t overdo it—your layers should peek through the glass, not hide behind them.
  • Add a layer of banana slices. Pro tip: lemon juice on sliced bananas helps prevent browning, but it’s not mandatory if you’re serving soon.
  • dollop on whipped cream. I’m talking a generous swoosh that makes you feel fancy without requiring a pastry bag.
  • Repeat the layers: cookies, pudding, bananas, whipped cream. Finish with a final whipped cream crown.
  • Top with optional chips or coconut for a bit of sparkle. Garnish with extra banana slices if you’re feeling extra generous.
  • Chill for at least 2 hours (or overnight). The magic happens when everything sets and the flavors get cozy.