Strawberry Banana Pudding Recipe

Prep Time 20 mins
Rest Time 2 hrs
Total Time 2 hrs 20 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 6
Best Season: Summer
Description

This Strawberry Banana Pudding is a creamy, fruity, and refreshing no-bake dessert made with layers of fresh strawberries, ripe bananas, velvety vanilla pudding, and soft cookies. It’s the perfect sweet treat for warm days, family gatherings, or whenever you crave a cool and comforting homemade dessert.

Ingredients
    For the Pudding Base
  • 2 cups cold whole milk (for pudding mix)
  • 1 packet instant vanilla pudding mix (100g)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (whipped to soft peaks)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • For the Fruit Layer
  • 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
  • 2 medium ripe bananas (thinly sliced)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (to prevent banana browning)
    • For the Cookie Layer
  • 2 cups vanilla wafers or digestive biscuits (whole or lightly crushed)
    • For the Topping
  • ½ cup whipped cream (for garnish)
  • 2–3 strawberries (sliced for decoration)
  • 1 small banana (optional, sliced fresh right before serving)
Instructions
    Prepare the Pudding Mixture
  1. 1
    In a large bowl, pour in the cold milk and add the vanilla pudding mix. Whisk vigorously for 2–3 minutes until it begins to thicken. Fold in the whipped cream and vanilla extract gently to create a light, creamy pudding. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up slightly.
    2. Prepare the Fruits
  2. 2
    Slice the strawberries into thin, even pieces. Peel and slice the bananas, then toss them with lemon juice to keep them from turning brown. Keep the fruit covered until layering.
    3. Layer the Cookies
  3. 3
    In a glass dish, trifle bowl, or individual cups, add a layer of vanilla wafers or digestive biscuits. You can leave them whole or gently crush them for a softer texture after chilling.
    4. Add the Pudding Layer
  4. 4
    Spread a generous layer of the prepared pudding mixture over the cookies, ensuring the surface is evenly covered.
    5. Add the Fruit Layer
  5. 5
    Arrange sliced strawberries and bananas over the pudding layer, creating an even fruit layer for balanced flavor.
    6. Repeat the Layers
  6. 6
    Continue layering in the order of cookies → pudding → fruit until you reach the top of your dish. Finish with a pudding layer on the surface.
    7. Chill the Dessert
  7. 7
    Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. This helps the cookies soften and the flavors blend beautifully.
    8. Add the Final Toppings
  8. 8
    Just before serving, spread or pipe whipped cream on top. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices and optional banana slices for a fresh and decorative finish.
Note
  • Bananas brown quickly, so always coat them lightly in lemon juice and add extra banana slices only when serving.
  • For a richer texture, fold in more whipped cream into the pudding mixture.
  • This dessert holds well for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.
  • Add a strawberry jam drizzle between layers for extra flavor.
Keywords: strawberry banana dessert, easy pudding recipe, no-bake fruit pudding, summer treat
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