Looking for a mouthwatering dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth? Check out this recipe for Nilla Wafer Banana Pudding Cups.
Made with instant vanilla pudding, fresh bananas, whipped cream, and topped with crunchy Nilla Wafer cookies.
Served in individual cups, this dessert is definitely going to satisfy that craving for something sweet today!
Take a look at all the other delightful easy dessert recipes that you can bake for your family!
This Banana Pudding Cups recipe features layers of creamy vanilla pudding, homemade whipped cream, and crunchy Nilla Wafer Cookies.
It's a traditional dessert that will take you back to your childhood!
These delicious pudding cups are not only convenient to serve and enjoy, but they also make a great addition to a dessert buffet table, allowing guests to help themselves.
With their individual portions, there's no need to worry about cutting slices or serving sizes. Guests can simply grab a cup and enjoy!
Here are a few of my favorite no bake desserts you may also enjoy: Oreo Pudding Pie Recipe, Blueberry Cheesecake Pudding, 16 Jello Cheesecake Recipes and my Cheesecake Pudding Cups.
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Banana Cream Pie with Pudding
Using instant pudding mix to create a dessert is often easier and more convenient compared to making homemade pudding for a few reasons
This recipe also calls for homemade whipped cream, but you can use Cool Whip Whipped Topping if you prefer.
When I find myself in need of a generous amount of whipped cream, my go-to is my trusty Kitchen Aid Mixer. However, I've recently purchased this whipped cream maker that so easy to use!
My husband even loves using it to make a little whipped cream to put on top of a bowl of ice cream.
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📋Ingredients
This is an overview of the ingredients and instructions. Be sure to see the recipe card below for exact quantities, detailed instructions and special notes.
Substitutions and Variations
- Chocolate Banana Pudding: Swap out the vanilla pudding mix with chocolate pudding mix.
- Peanut Butter Banana Pudding: Add creamy peanut butter between the bananas and cookies to achieve a delightful combination of flavors.
- Graham Crackers: Replace Nilla wafer cookies with graham cracker crumbs or whole graham crackers for a different texture and taste.
- Oreo Cookies: Try adding crushed Oreo cookies in place of the wafer cookies.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Mix the heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar together.
Step 2: Combine the milk and pudding mix. Refrigerate until needed.
Step 3: Beat the heavy cream mixture with an electric mixer.
Step 4: Beat until stiff peaks form.
Step 5: Gather all your ingredients and punch cups.
Step 6: Line the bottom of the cup with banana slices.
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Step 7: Add vanilla pudding to each cup and spread until the banana slices are fully covered.
Step 8: Line the cup with Nilla Wafers, then add whipped cream.
Step 9: Top each cup with the remaining pudding.
Step 10: Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and Nilla wafer.
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Storage Tips
Because the bananas will brown, this recipe is best made and eaten the same day, but it can be covered and kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Top Recipe Tip
When making the homemade whipped cream, be sure the heavy whipping cream is very cold.
Recipe FAQ
How do you keep bananas from turning brown?
Toss the banana slices in a little lemon juice to keep them from turning brown.
More Recipes to Love
- Check out my other recipe for Strawberry Pudding Cups.
- Or you might enjoy this recipe for homemade Southern Banana Pudding.
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Nilla Wafer Banana Pudding Cups
Ingredients
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 3.4 ounces package instant vanilla pudding
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 large bananas peeled and sliced
- 36 Nilla Wafer cookies
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cold milk with the instant vanilla pudding until thickened. Cover the bowl and refrigerate until needed.
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat together the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and the vanilla extract with an electric mixer on medium speed until stiff peaks form.
- Set 6 plastic 9-ounce punch cups on the counter or a cookie sheet. Place banana slices along the bottom of each cup around the sides so they are visible outside the cup.
- Scoop ¼ cup of the vanilla pudding into the bottom of each cup and spread out so the banana slices are fully covered.
- Place 4-5 Nilla Wafers in the cup on top of the pudding layer, but position the cookies facing out so each round cookie is visible through the sides of the cups.
- Scoop ¼ cup of the whipped cream into the cups and smooth out so the Nilla Wafers are fully covered with the whipped cream.
- Divide the remaining vanilla pudding evenly into each cup.
- Top with a dollop of the whipped cream and a Nilla Wafer for garnish. If serving immediately, add a slice of banana for garnish as well.
Notes
- Because the bananas will brown, this recipe is best made and eaten the same day. But it can be covered and kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Banana lovers may wish to add more sliced bananas to the layers.
- The pudding usually used for banana pudding is actually vanilla, but banana flavored pudding mix can be used instead if preferred.
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