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square image of banana pudding parfait in a glass cup with layered pudding, bananas, whipped cream, and cookies
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Banana Pudding Parfait

Make Banana Pudding Parfait in 30 minutes. This easy no-bake banana pudding is creamy, simple, and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time30 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Jamie Sherman

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 box banana cream instant pudding mix (5.1 oz.)
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups Nilla wafers
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 3 bananas sliced
  • additional Nilla wafers optional

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together pudding mix and milk according to package directions. Refrigerate to set.
    1 box banana cream instant pudding mix, 3 cups whole milk
  • Pulse Nilla wafers in a food processor until coarse crumbs form.
    2 cups Nilla wafers
  • In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
    1 cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • Layer pudding, cookie crumbs, whipped cream, and bananas in parfait glasses.
    3 bananas
  • Repeat layers, finishing with whipped cream.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve. Garnish with additional wafers if desired.
    additional Nilla wafers

Notes

🥡 STORAGE

  • Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days
  • Keep layers intact for the best presentation

♨️ REHEATING

  • Not applicable for this recipe
  • Serve chilled for best results

❄️ FREEZING

  • Freezing not recommended due to texture changes

💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS

  • Use cold milk for a proper pudding set
  • Slice bananas just before layering
  • Chill before serving
  • Layer gently for clean presentation

🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS

  • No alternate methods needed

♻️ LEFTOVERS

  • Scoop into bowls and top with extra whipped cream
  • Use as a trifle-style dessert

📝 NOTES

  • Shortbread cookies can replace Nilla wafers
  • Add banana extract for a stronger banana flavor

Nutrition

Serving: 1parfait | Calories: 501kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 307mg | Potassium: 466mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 819IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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