Best Banana Pudding Ever

Ingredients:

• 1 box (12 oz) vanilla wafers
• 6 ripe bananas, sliced
• 2 cups cold milk
• 1 box (5 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 container (12 oz) whipped topping, thawed

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add the sweetened condensed milk and mix until fully combined and creamy.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the cold milk with the instant pudding mix until thickened.
4. Fold the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.
5. Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated.
6. In a 9×13-inch dish or trifle bowl, layer vanilla wafers on the bottom.
7. Add a layer of sliced bananas over the wafers.
8. Spread a layer of the pudding mixture on top.
9. Repeat layers, ending with the pudding mixture.
10. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before serving.

Tips for Best Results

• Use ripe but firm bananas for the best texture.
• Overnight chilling gives the best flavor and consistency.
• Lightly toss banana slices in lemon juice to slow browning if desired.

Serving Suggestions

Top with crushed vanilla wafers or banana slices just before serving.

Storage

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.