Cheap Dessert Idea: Banana Pudding
Ingredients:
- 1 can (14 oz) of sweetened condensed milk (Eagle brand)
- 1 can (16 oz) of heavy whipping cream
- 1 box (5.1 oz) of instant vanilla pudding mix (Jell-O brand)
- 2 cans of water (use the empty sweetened condensed milk can to measure)
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- 1 box of Nilla wafers
Instructions:
- Prepare the Mixing Bowl:
- Get a large mixing bowl ready for combining the ingredients.
- Combine Sweetened Condensed Milk and Water:
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk into the mixing bowl.
- Use the empty sweetened condensed milk can to measure two cans of water and add them to the bowl.
- Stir until the sweetened condensed milk is fully dissolved in the water.
- Add Instant Pudding Mix:
- Sprinkle the instant vanilla pudding mix into the bowl with the sweetened condensed milk mixture.
- Use a whisk to combine the pudding mix thoroughly, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Let the mixture sit for about 2 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Incorporate Heavy Whipping Cream:
- Pour the heavy whipping cream into the pudding mixture.
- Whisk the mixture again until it’s smooth and fully combined. The consistency should be thick and creamy.
- Layer the Pudding and Nilla Wafers:
- Take a large serving dish or individual dessert cups for assembling the pudding.
- Start with a layer of Nilla wafers at the bottom of the dish.
- Pour a layer of the pudding mixture over the Nilla wafers, spreading it evenly.
- Repeat the layering process: add another layer of Nilla wafers followed by more pudding.
- Continue layering until all the pudding mixture is used, finishing with a layer of Nilla wafers on top.
- Chill the Pudding:
- Cover the dish or dessert cups with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for at least 2-4 hours, or until the pudding is well chilled and the Nilla wafers have softened.
- Serve with Whipped Cream:
- Before serving, add a dollop of whipped cream on top of each portion.
- Optionally, you can add a few extra Nilla wafers on top for garnish.
- Enjoy:
- Serve the banana pudding chilled and enjoy this delightful, easy-to-make dessert!
Feel free to add sliced bananas between the layers for an extra banana flavor!