Easy Budget Banana Pudding Recipe (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Pudding

01 - 1 box (3.4 oz) Jell-O instant vanilla pudding
02 - 2 cups cold milk
03 - 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip)
04 - 3-4 ripe bananas, sliced
05 - 1 box vanilla wafers (about 40 cookies)

→ Optional Garnish

06 - Extra whipped topping
07 - Crushed wafers

# Instructions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Jell-O instant pudding mix and cold milk until smooth. Let sit for 5 minutes until thickened.
02 - Gently fold in 1 cup of whipped topping until well combined and fluffy.
03 - In a large serving dish or trifle bowl, spread a thin layer of pudding. Add a layer of vanilla wafers, followed by a layer of sliced bananas. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with pudding and banana slices on top.
04 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, top with extra whipped topping and crushed vanilla wafers if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Drizzle caramel sauce over the top before serving for a more decadent dessert.
02 - Let the pudding sit in the fridge overnight for a firmer, cake-like texture.
03 - Use any type of vanilla wafers you prefer.
04 - Chill for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
05 - Consume the pudding fresh for the best taste.