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Creamy Banana Pudding Trifle Recipe Easy Homemade Dessert with Caramel Drizzle

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A quick and easy creamy banana pudding trifle layered with vanilla wafers, ripe bananas, whipped cream, and topped with a luscious caramel drizzle. Perfect for a comforting, fuss-free dessert that’s both elegant and indulgent.

Ingredients

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  • 1 packet (3.4 oz / 96 g) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups (480 ml) milk (whole or 2%)
  • 3 medium ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1.5 cups (150 g) vanilla wafers
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp (15 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pudding: In a medium bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and 2 cups (480 ml) of milk until smooth. Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
  2. Whip the cream: In a chilled bowl, beat 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream with 2 tbsp (15 g) powdered sugar and 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  3. Fold whipped cream into pudding: Gently fold about half of the whipped cream into the pudding to lighten it, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Layer the trifle: Place a layer of vanilla wafers (about 1/3 cup / 33 g) at the bottom of the trifle bowl. Top with a layer of sliced bananas, then spread a layer of pudding mixture (around 1 cup / 240 ml). Repeat layers twice more, finishing with a pudding layer.
  5. Add whipped cream topping: Spread the remaining whipped cream evenly over the top layer of pudding.
  6. Drizzle caramel sauce: Just before serving, drizzle 1/2 cup (120 ml) caramel sauce over the whipped cream in a decorative pattern.
  7. Chill: Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours to let flavors meld and wafers soften slightly but remain crisp in parts.

Notes

Drizzle caramel sauce just before serving to prevent wafers from getting soggy. Slice bananas just before layering and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning. Chill at least 2 hours for best texture. Can substitute gluten-free wafers or dairy-free ingredients for dietary needs.

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