Description
This easy and delicious Banana Pudding Cups recipe combines creamy instant vanilla pudding with fresh bananas and crunchy vanilla wafers. Perfect for a quick dessert, these cups are layered with whipped topping for a light and airy texture. Ready in just 45 minutes, these individual servings are great for gatherings or a simple sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Banana Pudding
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
Fruit
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
Cookies and Garnish
- 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers (plus extra for garnish)
- Whole vanilla wafers (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding: In a mixing bowl, whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix with 2 cups of cold milk until the mixture is smooth and thickened. Place it in the refrigerator for 5 minutes to allow the pudding to set properly.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold 1 cup of whipped topping into the chilled pudding to create a creamy and airy texture. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the lightness.
- Assemble the cups: Take individual serving cups and layer the ingredients starting with a layer of crushed vanilla wafers, then slices of banana, followed by a layer of the pudding mixture. Repeat these layers until the cups are nearly full.
- Top and garnish: Finish each cup with a dollop of whipped topping. Sprinkle some crushed vanilla wafers on top and place a whole vanilla wafer as an attractive garnish.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled pudding cups for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and the dessert to chill thoroughly before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
- For a variation, substitute vanilla wafers with shortbread cookies or graham crackers.
- Make sure to fold gently to keep the pudding light and fluffy.
- These pudding cups can be prepared a few hours in advance and stored in the fridge.
- Serve chilled for the best texture and taste.
