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Easy Strawberry Banana Pudding

Easy Strawberry Banana Pudding

  • Author: Savannah
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Easy Strawberry Banana Pudding is a refreshing and creamy dessert combining ripe strawberries and bananas with smooth vanilla pudding and whipped cream. Quick to prepare and versatile, it’s perfect for casual gatherings or last-minute treats, delighting both kids and adults with its fruity sweetness and velvety texture.

Ingredients

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Fruit

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, washed, hulled, and sliced
  • 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced into thin rounds

Pudding Base

  • 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix (approximately 3.4 oz)
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons sugar (optional, to taste)

Whipped Cream

  • 1 cup whipped cream (chilled)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Fruit: Wash and hull your strawberries, then slice them into even pieces for a balanced fruity bite. Peel and slice the bananas into thin rounds to layer smoothly with the pudding.
  2. Make the Pudding: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix with the cold milk until thickened and creamy, about 2 minutes. Stir in a teaspoon of vanilla extract and sugar if using, for extra flavor and sweetness.
  3. Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding base to create a light and fluffy texture, making each spoonful airy yet rich.
  4. Layer the Ingredients: In your serving dish or individual cups, alternate layers of pudding, sliced strawberries, and bananas, making sure each layer is evenly distributed for a beautiful presentation.
  5. Chill and Serve: Cover your pudding and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld and the pudding to set perfectly before serving. Garnish with extra strawberry slices, banana rounds, whipped cream, crushed graham crackers, or mint leaves if desired.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm bananas and strawberries to avoid a mushy pudding.
  • Chill milk and whipped cream before using to help pudding set faster and stay fresh.
  • Layer carefully and evenly for a visually appealing presentation and balanced taste.
  • Gently fold whipped cream instead of stirring to maintain a light, airy texture.
  • Serve chilled for the best refreshing flavor.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
  • Freezing is not recommended as fresh fruit can become watery.
  • The pudding is best served cold and is not suitable for reheating.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: strawberry banana pudding, easy pudding dessert, fresh fruit pudding, creamy pudding, no bake dessert

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