Classic 4-Ingredient Banana Pudding

While I love unique and interesting dolce, many times I come back to the classics. This southern recipe is something I remember from my childhood growing up in Eastern NC. My southern friends would have this at every event and pig pickin’! With just a few pantry staples, you can create a sweet, layered treat that’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holidays. Ripe bananas, instant vanilla pudding,  fluffy whipped topping, and Nila wafers  come together effortlessly, for a quick but impressive dessert.

You will need:

4–5 ripe bananas (sliced)

2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix

4 cups cold milk

1 large container (16 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)

1 package  vanilla wafers

In a large bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes. Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken. Gently fold in the whipped topping until smooth and fluffy. In a large  9x 13 serving dish layer:

• Vanilla wafers (bottom)

• Banana slices

• Pudding mixture

Repeat layers until everything is used, ending with pudding on top.  Add a few sliced bananas and broken wafers on top  for garnish.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2–4 hours (overnight is even better).