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Banana Pudding Fluff Recipe

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  • Author: Mariam
  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Banana Pudding Fluff is a delightful, no-bake dessert that combines the creamy richness of instant vanilla pudding with the lightness of Cool Whip, layered with crisp Nilla Wafers and fresh banana slices. Chilled for a few hours to soften the wafers, this easy-to-make treat is perfect for warm days or when you need a quick, crowd-pleasing dessert.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1 (3.4-oz.) box instant vanilla pudding mix

Mix-ins

  • 1 (8-oz.) container Cool Whip
  • 4 oz. Nilla Wafers (about 32 wafers), lightly crushed, plus more finely crushed for topping
  • 2 bananas (225 g), thinly sliced, plus more for topping

Instructions

  1. Mix Pudding: In a large bowl, whisk the whole milk and instant vanilla pudding mix together for 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture is thickened and more substantial than typical instant pudding consistency.
  2. Fold in Ingredients: Gently fold in the Cool Whip, lightly crushed Nilla Wafers, and thinly sliced bananas, mixing just until no streaks of pudding remain and the wafers and bananas are evenly dispersed throughout the fluff.
  3. Chill: Transfer the banana pudding fluff to a serving bowl, loosely cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. This resting period allows the wafers to soften and the flavors to meld.
  4. Add Toppings and Serve: Before serving, uncover the fluff and sprinkle with additional finely crushed Nilla Wafers and extra sliced bananas for a decorative and tasty finish.

Notes

  • For best texture, do not mix the Cool Whip too vigorously to maintain the fluffiness.
  • Use ripe but firm bananas to avoid mushiness in the dessert.
  • You can prepare the fluff a day ahead to enhance the flavors.
  • Substitute regular milk with lactose-free or plant-based milk if desired, though texture may vary slightly.
  • Chilling time is important for softening the wafers and blending the flavors; do not skip.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: banana pudding fluff, no-bake dessert, instant vanilla pudding, Cool Whip dessert, Nilla Wafers, easy banana dessert

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