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Strawberry Banana Pudding – Sweet, Creamy, and Bursting with Fresh Flavor

This Strawberry Banana Pudding is a dreamy twist on a Southern classic — layers of silky vanilla pudding, fresh strawberries, ripe bananas, and fluffy whipped topping. It’s light, fruity, and comforting all at once — perfect for holidays, potlucks, or whenever you need a sweet taste of home. Each spoonful delivers cool, creamy bliss and a burst of fresh fruit flavor that keeps everyone coming back for seconds!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 3.4 oz box instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 8 oz container whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
  • 1 11 oz box vanilla wafers
  • 3 large bananas sliced
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
  • Optional garnish: extra whipped topping and strawberry slices

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls:
  • Whisk:
  • 9x13-inch baking dish or trifle bowl
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

Make the Pudding
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened (about 2 minutes). Stir in the sweetened condensed milk, then gently fold in half of the whipped topping until creamy and combined.
Layer the Dessert
  1. In a 9x13-inch dish (or trifle bowl), start with a layer of vanilla wafers. Add a layer of sliced bananas and strawberries, then spread a layer of pudding mixture on top. Repeat layers until ingredients are used up, finishing with pudding on top.
Chill and Serve
  1. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to let the flavors meld. Before serving, top with the remaining whipped topping and garnish with fresh strawberry slices.

Notes

Make ahead: This dessert tastes even better the next day!
Fruit tips: Use ripe but firm bananas to avoid browning too quickly.
For a lighter version: Use sugar-free pudding mix and light whipped topping.
Presentation idea: Serve in individual parfait cups for parties or gatherings.