Strawberry Banana Pudding (Print Version)
Layered no-bake dessert with strawberry cream cheese pudding, whipped cream filling, fresh strawberries, bananas, and vanilla wafers.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Pudding Mixture
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8 oz strawberry cream cheese spread
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14 oz sweetened condensed milk
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2 (3.4 oz) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
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4 cups whole milk
→ For the Whipped Cream
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For Layering
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3 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
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3 cups fresh bananas, sliced
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11 oz vanilla wafers
# Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, add the strawberry cream cheese spread and sweetened condensed milk. Using an electric hand mixer, blend them together until smooth and creamy.
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Add the instant vanilla pudding mix and whole milk to the same bowl. Mix on medium speed for about 2 minutes until there are no lumps in the mixture. Set the bowl in the fridge while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
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In a separate large mixing bowl, add the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer, whip for 3 to 4 minutes until it becomes fluffy whipped cream consistency.
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Remove the pudding mixture from the fridge. Gently fold it into the whipped cream until smooth and well combined.
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In the bottom of a 9x13 inch casserole dish, make a layer of sliced strawberries, then a layer of vanilla wafers, then sliced bananas. Top with a thin layer of the pudding mixture. Shake the baking dish gently to allow the pudding to settle between the layers.
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Repeat the layering process two more times - strawberries, wafers, bananas, pudding. Finish by topping with the remaining strawberries, bananas, and vanilla wafers.
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Cover the dish and refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours until everything is chilled and the flavors have melded together. Serve cold and enjoy this creamy, fruity dessert!
# Notes:
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This is a no-bake dessert, perfect for hot summer days or when you don't want to turn on the oven.
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The strawberry cream cheese spread adds extra flavor and keeps the pudding creamy.
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Folding the whipped cream gently into the pudding keeps it light and fluffy.
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The longer this sits in the fridge, the better - the wafers soften and absorb the flavors.
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Slice the bananas close to when you're ready to layer so they don't brown.
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Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The banana flavor holds better the first day.