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Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream

Whip Up a Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream Tonight

This Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream is a delicious no-bake dessert that combines fresh strawberries and bananas in a creamy pudding, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding Base
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened; can substitute with Greek yogurt or dairy-free cream cheese
  • 1 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk provides sweetness
  • 1 package French Vanilla Pudding Mix can swap with vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 cup Milk any type of milk works
For the Layers
  • 1 package Vanilla Wafers for gluten-free option, swap with gluten-free wafers
  • 3 medium Bananas ripe
  • 1 cup Strawberries fresh, can use thawed frozen if well-drained
For the Topping
  • 1 container Whipped Topping can replace with whipped coconut cream for a non-dairy version

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • trifle bowl or serving dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream
  1. Blend the Base: In a large mixing bowl, blend 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1 cup of sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
  2. Incorporate Pudding Mixture: Add 1 package of French vanilla pudding mix and 1 cup of milk, mix until fully combined and thickened.
  3. Prepare the Layering Dish: Layer the bottom of a serving dish with vanilla wafers.
  4. Add Fresh Fruit: Slice ripe bananas and fresh strawberries, layer them over the vanilla wafers.
  5. Pour the Pudding Mixture: Pour half of the pudding mixture over the fruit and wafers, spreading it evenly.
  6. Repeat the Layers: Layer more vanilla wafers, followed by another layer of bananas and strawberries, then pour the remaining pudding mixture over the top.
  7. Top with Whipped Cream: Spread a layer of whipped topping over the final pudding layer.
  8. Chill to Perfection: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure your cream cheese is softened for easier blending. Use ripe fruits for better flavor, and properly drain strawberries if using frozen to avoid excess moisture in your pudding.

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