Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream

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Ingredients

For the Pudding Layer

  • 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding
  • 3 cups cold milk
  • 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream (or Cool Whip)

Fruit Layers

  • 3 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 3–4 bananas, sliced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (to keep bananas from browning)

Cookies / Layers

  • 1 box vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies (about 40–50 cookies)
  • Optional: extra crushed cookies for topping

Topping

  • Whipped cream
  • Extra strawberries & banana slices
  • Powdered sugar (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pudding

  1. In a large bowl, whisk the instant vanilla pudding with the cold milk.
  2. Let the mixture sit for 3–5 minutes to thicken.
  3. Fold in whipped cream (or Cool Whip) until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
  4. Refrigerate while preparing the fruit.

2. Prepare the Fruit

  1. Slice strawberries and bananas.
  2. Toss banana slices lightly with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  3. Set aside.

3. Assemble the Dessert

Use a large glass dish, trifle bowl, or deep pan.

Layer 1: Cookies

Spread a layer of vanilla wafers on the bottom of the dish.

Layer 2: Pudding

Add a generous layer of the vanilla pudding mixture over the cookies.

Layer 3: Fruit

Add strawberries and bananas evenly on top of the pudding.

Repeat Layers

Continue layering:

  • Cookies
  • Pudding
  • Strawberries & bananas

Repeat until the dish is full, finishing with a fruit layer on top.

4. Add the Final Toppings

  • Pipe or spoon whipped cream in the center.
  • Add extra sliced strawberries and bananas around the whipped cream.
  • Sprinkle crushed cookies or powdered sugar for decoration.

5. Chill

Refrigerate at least 2–4 hours, or overnight for best flavor.

This allows the cookies to soften and the flavors to blend perfectly.

Serving Tips

  • Serve cold.
  • Use a large spoon to scoop down into all layers.
  • Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, Ramadan nights, or summer parties.

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