Southern Banana Pudding

This easy Southern Banana Pudding is truly a treat! Easy to make, doesn’t require any baking. Made using Nilla Wafers, Pudding Mix and Chessman Cookies. This is the best Banana Pudding recipes you’ll find.

Southern Banana Pudding Ingredients

• Cool Whip: Brings a rich and fluffy texture to the dish.

• Nilla Wafers: Brings a crunchy texture as well as delicious flavor. Essential when making banana pudding.

• Chessmen Cookies: Great for topping/garnishing Banana Pudding.

• Milk: Used to make pudding mixture.

• Vanilla Jell-O Mix: This is what I used for this recipe, can also use Banana Cream mix as well for a stronger banana taste.

• Cream Cheese: Essential when making banana pudding. Creamy as well as velvety.

• Sweetened Condensed Milk: One can of sweetened condensed milk will work for this. Adds a sweet yet smooth consistency.

• Caramel Topping: Perfect Garnish to a delicious dessert.

Southern Banana Pudding Recipe

• In a large bowl, add in Vanilla Pudding mix.

• Add in cold milk. Whisk to combine.

• In a stand mixer or medium bowl, add in cream cheese, and sweetened condensed milk.

• Mix together until smooth.

• Add to separate bowl, fold in cool whip.

• Combine cream cheese mixture and pudding mixture, fold in together.

• In your desired serving dish, cover bottom with Nilla Wafers.

• Add in banana pudding mixture.

• Add layer of crushed mini Nilla wafers, cover with more pudding mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to overnight.

• Once set, top with Chessman Cookies, more Nilla Wafers and more crushed Mini Nilla Wafers.

• Garnish with drizzle of Caramel Topping.
• SERVE and ENJOY!

FAQ

What can I use instead of vanilla wafers?

• If you don’t have vanilla wafers, you can substitute graham crackers, shortbread cookies, or even ladyfingers for a similar texture and flavor.

Can I make banana pudding vegan or dairy-free?

• Yes! For a vegan or dairy-free version, use plant-based milk like almond or coconut milk for the pudding, and opt for vegan vanilla wafers and dairy-free whipped cream alternatives.

Can I make banana pudding without bananas?

• Yes, you can make banana pudding without bananas. This recipe doesn’t use bananas, but I was still able to get the banana taste.

Can banana pudding be made in advance?

• Yes, banana pudding can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator. It actually allows the flavors to meld together. If you’re using bananas, add the bananas just before serving will keep them from turning brown.