Description
Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream is a luscious no-bake dessert perfect for summer gatherings. This creamy, fruity pudding layers smooth vanilla pudding, sweet bananas, ripe strawberries, and crunchy vanilla wafers for a delightful texture and flavor combination. Easy to assemble and chilled to perfection, it’s an ideal refreshing treat that requires no oven time.
Ingredients
Scale
Pudding Mixture
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 3.4 oz French Vanilla Pudding Mix
- 2 cups Milk (any kind)
Fruit Layer
- 3 medium Bananas (sliced)
- 1 lb Strawberries (sliced)
Other
- 1 box Vanilla Wafers (use gluten-free wafers for gluten-free version)
- 8 oz Whipped Topping (optional homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pudding Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk and mix until well combined. Then, whisk in the French vanilla pudding mix and milk. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Layer the Ingredients: In a large trifle dish or serving bowl, place a layer of vanilla wafers. Add a layer of sliced bananas and a layer of sliced strawberries on top of the wafers. Pour a portion of the pudding mixture over the fruit and wafers to cover evenly.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering process—wafers, bananas, strawberries, and pudding—until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of pudding on top.
- Add Whipped Topping: Spread the whipped topping evenly over the final pudding layer to create a creamy finish. This step is optional but recommended for added richness.
- Chill the Pudding: Cover the assembled pudding with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the wafers to soften and flavors to meld.
- Serve: Once chilled, garnish with extra sliced strawberries or wafers if desired and serve cold.
Notes
- Use gluten-free vanilla wafers to make this recipe gluten-free.
- The pudding thickens quickly once mixed, so work efficiently during assembly.
- For a lighter option, substitute the cream cheese with mascarpone or reduce the whipped topping amount.
- Slice fruit just before assembling to prevent browning.
- Store covered in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 days for best freshness.
