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A delicious plate of Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream

Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream

This dreamy dessert combines layers of creamy pudding, fresh bananas and strawberries, and crunchy vanilla wafers for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pudding Base
  • 96 g instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 480 ml cold milk
Cream Cheese Base
  • 226 g cream cheese softened
  • 60 g powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 240 ml heavy whipping cream or 1 container Cool Whip
Fruit and Cookies
  • 2-3 pieces ripe bananas sliced
  • 240-480 ml fresh strawberries sliced
  • 1 box vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies

Equipment

  • Mixer

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk for 1–2 minutes until thickened. Set aside to chill.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a mixer until smooth and lump-free. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue beating until creamy and fluffy.
  3. Gently fold the prepared pudding into the cream cheese mixture until well combined. Next, fold in the whipped cream (or Cool Whip) just until the mixture is light and airy.
  4. In a large trifle dish, deep bowl, or glass pan, begin layering in this order: A layer of vanilla wafers, A layer of banana slices, A layer of strawberry slices, A layer of the pudding cream mixture. Repeat the layers until the dish is filled, finishing with a smooth layer of the pudding mixture on top.
  5. Add a generous topping of whipped cream, and garnish with extra sliced strawberries and bananas.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3–4 hours, or overnight if possible, to allow the cookies to soften and the flavors to blend beautifully.

Notes

For a tropical twist, substitute some of the bananas with mango slices. Ensure the dessert chills adequately for the best flavor and texture.