This Strawberry Banana Pudding is a beautiful twist on the classic Southern favorite, blending the nostalgic flavor of banana pudding with the brightness of fresh strawberries. Every spoonful is a creamy dream — smooth vanilla pudding, sweet fruit, and layers of soft wafers that melt into the perfect dessert texture.
It’s easy, crowd-pleasing, and requires no baking, making it a go-to dessert for parties, holidays, or lazy weekends.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No-bake and easy to assemble
- A lighter, fruitier take on traditional banana pudding
- Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or make-ahead desserts
- Looks stunning layered in a trifle dish or mason jars
Recipe Overview
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 10
Ingredients
2 cups cold heavy cream
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (3.4-ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 ½ cups cold milk
1 box vanilla wafers (about 11 ounces)
3 ripe bananas, sliced
1 pint strawberries, sliced
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the pudding base.
In a large bowl, whisk together pudding mix and cold milk until thickened. Fold in sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and whipped cream until smooth.
2. Assemble layers.
In a trifle dish or large bowl, layer vanilla wafers on the bottom, followed by sliced bananas, strawberries, and a layer of pudding. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ending with pudding.
3. Chill and serve.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow flavors to meld and wafers to soften. Serve chilled, optionally topped with extra whipped cream and berries.
Pro Tips & FAQs
Can I make this ahead? Yes! It’s even better the next day.
What’s the best substitute for wafers? Shortbread or graham crackers work perfectly.
Can I use frozen strawberries? Use fresh for the best texture and flavor, but thawed berries work in a pinch.
Nutrition Summary
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sugar | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | 340 | 5g | 45g | 17g | 28g | 2g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition information is estimated and may vary with ingredients used.
