Banana Vanilla Pudding Trifle Recipe
This luscious banana vanilla pudding trifle layers moist pound cake cubes, creamy banana-studded pudding, fluffy vanilla whipped cream, and crushed vanilla wafers into a show-stopping dessert that’s rich, fruity, and nostalgic—perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or anytime you want a sweet, comforting treat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
- Spatula
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Trifle bowl (or large glass bowl)
- Chopping board and knife
Ingredients
- 4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 quart of cold milk
- 1 package prepared pound cake, cubed
- 2 bananas, chopped
- ½ cup box vanilla wafers, crushed such as Nilla
- 4 cups heavy cream
- 2 packages instant banana pudding mix
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
Instructions
- Whisk the milk and instant vanilla pudding mix together in a mixing bowl until smooth and thickened, then stir in chopped bananas and set aside.
- In a separate large chilled glass or metal bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks begin to form.
- Add in sugar and vanilla extract, then continue beating just until stiff peaks form—be careful not to overbeat, as it can turn lumpy or buttery.
- To assemble, layer half of the pound cake cubes at the bottom of the trifle bowl, then spread on half of the banana pudding mixture, followed by half of the whipped cream, and then sprinkle with half of the crushed vanilla wafers.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining pound cake, pudding, and whipped cream, finishing with the rest of the crushed wafers on top.
- Chill in the refrigerator until set and ready to serve.
Notes
- For extra banana flavor, use very ripe bananas for the pudding mix.
- Lightly toast the vanilla wafers before crushing for extra crunch and flavor.
- Use store-bought pound cake for convenience or homemade for a personal touch.
- Add a splash of banana liqueur to the pudding mix for a grown-up twist.