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Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding Recipe

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This Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding recipe is a classic, creamy dessert featuring layers of instant vanilla pudding, sweet whipped cream, sliced ripe bananas, and crunchy Nilla Wafers. It’s a refreshing no-bake treat that’s easy to prepare and perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a comforting homemade dessert.

Ingredients

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For the Pudding Base

  • 1 14-oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup very cold milk
  • ½ cup very cold water
  • 1 3.4 oz box instant vanilla pudding

For the Whipped Cream

  • 3 cups heavy whipping cream
  • ½ teaspoon clear vanilla flavoring

Other Ingredients

  • 1 11–12 oz box of Nilla Wafers (reserve 5–6 wafers and crumbs from box)
  • 5 just barely ripe bananas, sliced

Instructions

  1. Make the Pudding Base: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, very cold milk, and very cold water until well combined. Gradually add the instant vanilla pudding mix while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Let the mixture set for 5 minutes until it thickens.
  2. Prepare the Whipped Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with the clear vanilla flavoring until stiff peaks form. This will add lightness and creaminess to the dessert.
  3. Fold Whipped Cream into Pudding: Gently fold the whipped cream into the prepared pudding mixture, ensuring the mixture is smooth and airy without deflating the whipped cream.
  4. Assemble the Banana Pudding: In a large glass trifle bowl or serving dish, start with a layer of Nilla Wafers and their crumbs to add crunch. Place a layer of sliced bananas over the wafers, then spoon over a generous layer of the pudding and cream mixture. Repeat the layering process—wafers, bananas, pudding—until all components are used, finishing with a top layer of pudding mixture.
  5. Chill Before Serving: Cover the pudding and refrigerate it for at least 4 hours or overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the wafers to soften slightly while still retaining some texture.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, crumble the reserved Nilla Wafers over the top for extra texture and decoration. Serve chilled and enjoy this classic Southern dessert.

Notes

  • Use very cold milk and water to help the pudding set properly and achieve the perfect creamy texture.
  • Bananas should be just barely ripe to avoid overly mushy texture in the pudding.
  • For a more intense vanilla flavor, add a touch more vanilla extract if desired.
  • This pudding is best enjoyed within 2 days to maintain freshness and texture.
  • Can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated for convenience and enhanced flavor melding.

Keywords: banana pudding, magnolia bakery, no-bake dessert, vanilla pudding, Nilla Wafers, whipped cream, classic dessert, southern dessert

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