Description
Southern comfort meets sweet indulgence in this Banana Pudding Lasagna, layering creamy pudding, ripe bananas, and graham cracker magic. Silky smooth textures and rich flavors invite you to savor each blissful bite of this classic dessert reimagined.
Ingredients
Scale
Pudding and Cream Layer:
- 2 packages (3.4 oz) banana pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cookie Base:
- 2 packages (12 oz) vanilla wafers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Fruit and Topping Layer:
- 4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons caramel sauce
Instructions
- Crush vanilla wafers into fine crumbs and blend thoroughly with melted butter to create a uniform, golden base.
- Press the buttery crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish, creating an even, compact layer.
- Whisk banana pudding mix with whole milk until smooth and thickened, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Fold heavy cream and vanilla extract into the pudding mixture, creating a luxurious, silky texture.
- Arrange a layer of sliced bananas directly over the wafer crust, covering the entire surface.
- Gently pour the creamy pudding mixture over the banana layer, spreading evenly with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the dessert for 2-3 hours, allowing the pudding to set completely and flavors to meld.
- Before serving, top with generous dollops of whipped cream, creating decorative peaks.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans over the whipped cream for a delightful crunch and nutty flavor.
- Drizzle caramel sauce in an artistic pattern across the top, adding a sweet, golden finish.
- Chill for an additional 30 minutes to ensure optimal serving consistency.
- Slice and serve cold, revealing the beautiful layers of this decadent dessert.
Notes
- Crush wafers thoroughly to prevent crumbly base from falling apart during serving.
- Use room temperature butter for smoother, more evenly distributed crumb mixture.
- Slice bananas consistently to create uniform layers and prevent uneven texture.
- Chill mixing bowl and whisk before whipping cream for firmer, more stable peaks.
- Swap whole milk with almond or oat milk for dairy-free version.
- Substitute pecans with toasted coconut flakes for nut-free alternative.
- Prepare pudding mix day before to enhance flavor development and set time.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon to pudding mixture for warm, subtle spice undertone.
- Prevent banana browning by tossing slices in lemon juice before layering.
- Make mini individual servings in parfait glasses for elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg