Banana Pudding with Cookies
A no-bake southern-style banana pudding layered with vanilla pudding, ripe bananas, and soft cookies like Nilla Wafers or shortbread. This creamy, dreamy dessert is perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or anytime cravings. Easy to make ahead and customizable with gluten-free or vegan options.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 medium ripe banana mashed
- 1 box 3.4 oz banana cream pudding mix
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream Butter & Sugar
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Wet Ingredients
- Beat in the egg, mashed banana, and vanilla extract.
Add Dry Ingredients
- Mix in the pudding mix, flour, and baking soda until just combined.
Fold in Cookies
- Gently fold in the crushed vanilla wafers.
Bake
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
• Cookies will be soft and chewy – don’t overbake!
• Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.