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Easy Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream Recipe

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A creamy, no-bake dessert layered with fresh strawberries, ripe bananas, vanilla pudding, and soft cookies, finished with a crunchy strawberry topping for the perfect balance of textures and flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Serving dish

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 2 cups whipped topping
  • 1 package vanilla wafers or ladyfingers
  • 1 cup crushed vanilla cookies
  • 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
  • 2 tbsp melted butter

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth. Let sit for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  • Gently fold the whipped topping into the pudding until light and fully combined.
  • In a separate bowl, mix crushed vanilla cookies, freeze-dried strawberries, and melted butter until crumbly. Set aside.
  • In a serving dish, arrange a layer of vanilla wafers or ladyfingers at the bottom.
  • Spread a layer of pudding mixture over the cookies, then add sliced strawberries and bananas.
  • Repeat layering cookies, pudding, and fruit until all ingredients are used, ending with a pudding layer on top.
  • Sprinkle the strawberry crunch topping evenly over the top.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2–3 hours to allow flavors to meld and cookies to soften.
  • Serve chilled and enjoy.

Notes

Use ripe but firm bananas to prevent mushiness. Toss banana slices lightly in lemon juice to reduce browning. For best texture, chill for at least 2–3 hours before serving. Add topping just before serving if you want maximum crunch.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg
Keyword banana pudding recipe, easy fruit dessert, layered pudding dessert, no-bake dessert, strawberry banana pudding
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