Strawberry Banana Pudding
Discover a creamy and refreshing Strawberry Banana Pudding recipe featuring fresh strawberries, ripe bananas, and smooth vanilla pudding layers. This easy-to-make dessert is naturally sweet, light, and perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to solo indulgences.
- Author: Julia
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Fruits
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, washed and sliced
- 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced
Pudding Base
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups milk (whole or low-fat)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients
- 1 cup whipped cream
- Optional: 1 cup vanilla wafers or graham crackers for layering
- Prepare the Pudding: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk according to the package instructions until thickened. Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
- Slice the Fruit: Wash and slice the strawberries into thin pieces. Peel and slice bananas into even round discs to ensure neat layering.
- Layer the Ingredients: In a clear glass or dessert dish, start with a layer of vanilla wafers or graham crackers if using. Add a generous spoonful of pudding, then a layer of banana slices and strawberries. Repeat these layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of pudding on top.
- Add Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the remaining pudding or spread a layer of whipped cream on top of the dessert for a light and fluffy finish.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the pudding with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the layers to set before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe fruit for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Layer carefully with a clear dish for an attractive presentation.
- To prevent banana slices from browning, toss them in a little lemon juice before layering.
- Serve chilled for the best taste and texture.
- Adjust sweetness by modifying sugar content in pudding or fruit if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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