Description
This no-bake banana pudding icebox cake layers creamy banana pudding, whipped topping, fresh bananas, and graham crackers into a chilled, sliceable treat. It’s perfect for gatherings, picnics, or anytime you want an effortless dessert that still impresses.
Ingredients
- 3 cups whole milk
- 2 3.4 oz packages banana instant pudding mix
- 16 oz whipped topping Cool Whip, thawed and divided
- 1 box graham crackers 14.4 oz, about 3 sleeves
- 3 –4 ripe bananas
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together milk and banana pudding mix until thickened (1–2 minutes).
- Fold in half of the whipped topping until smooth and airy.
- In a 9×13 inch dish, lay a single layer of graham crackers to cover the bottom.
- Slice bananas and layer them evenly over the graham crackers.
- Spread 1/3 of the pudding mixture over the bananas.
- Repeat layering (graham crackers → bananas → pudding) two more times.
- Spread the remaining whipped topping over the top graham cracker layer, smoothing it out to the edges.
- Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours, preferably overnight, so the crackers soften fully.
- Decorate with extra banana slices, whipped cream, or crushed graham crackers before serving, if desired.
Notes
- For a firmer texture, chill overnight to let the crackers soften fully.
- Use firm but ripe bananas to prevent browning.
- Instant banana pudding can be swapped with vanilla or cheesecake flavor for variety.
- If you don’t want bananas to brown, add fresh banana slices on top just before serving.
- This banana pudding icebox cake is best made ahead of time.
- The graham crackers soften into a cake-like texture.
- You can use homemade whipped cream instead of Cool Whip. Whip 2 cups heavy cream with a few tablespoons of powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- To slice neatly, use a sharp knife and clean between cuts. Chilling overnight helps it hold together.
- You can serve this banana pudding dessert in individual cups or jars for a cute presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A
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