Description
Strawberry Crunch Banana Pudding is a no-bake, creamy dessert with layers of banana pudding, vanilla wafers, fresh bananas, and a vibrant strawberry crunch topping. Perfect for summer gatherings, this nostalgic treat is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
For the Pudding Layer:
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant banana pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (thawed, e.g., Cool Whip)
- 4 bananas, sliced
- 1 (11 oz) box vanilla wafers
For the Strawberry Crunch Topping:
- 1 cup Golden Oreos, crushed
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Prepare the Pudding Layer:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk banana pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes until thickened.
- Fold in half of the whipped topping gently to maintain the fluffiness.
Assemble the Dessert:
- In a 9×13-inch dish, arrange half the vanilla wafers in a single layer.
- Add half the banana slices over the wafers, then spread half the pudding mixture evenly on top.
- Repeat the layers with remaining wafers, bananas, and pudding mixture.
- Spread the remaining whipped topping over the final pudding layer.
Prepare the Strawberry Crunch Topping:
- Combine crushed Golden Oreos, freeze-dried strawberries, and melted butter in a small bowl.
- Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the whipped topping layer.
Chill:
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For added freshness, toss banana slices in lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Use a food processor or a zip-top bag and rolling pin to crush cookies and strawberries.
- This dessert is best served chilled and does not freeze well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
