Ingredients
- 1 box vanilla instant pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milkADVERTISEMENT
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 box Nilla wafers
- 2 bananas, thinly sliced
- 1 cup strawberry pie filling or fresh chopped strawberries
Directions
1️⃣ Prepare the Pudding
In a large bowl, whisk the vanilla pudding mix with cold milk until it thickens (about 2 minutes).
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2️⃣ Add Whipped Topping
Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined and smooth.
3️⃣ Layer the Dessert
In a large trifle bowl or 9×13-inch dish, layer in the following order:
- Nilla wafers
- Banana slices
- Pudding mixtureADVERTISEMENT
- Strawberries or pie filling
Repeat the layers until ingredients are used up. Top with additional Nilla wafers for decoration.
4️⃣ Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set and the wafers to soften.
Time & Yield
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 2+ hoursADVERTISEMENT
- Total Time: ~2 hours 15 minutes
- Serves: 10–12 people
Tips & Variations
- Use vanilla wafers, shortbread cookies, or even graham crackers.
- Add a swirl of strawberry jam between layers for extra berry flavor.
- Garnish with fresh mint, whipped cream, or sliced strawberries before serving.
Tools You’ll Need
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Trifle bowl or 9×13″ glass dish