Description
Not Yo Mama’s Banana Pudding is a creamy, no-bake dessert featuring layers of instant vanilla pudding, cream cheese, and sweetened condensed milk combined with sliced bananas and Pepperidge Farm Chessmen cookies. This luscious treat is chilled until set, offering a deliciously smooth and indulgent banana pudding perfect for gatherings or a comforting homemade dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Pudding Mixture
- 2 cups milk
- 5 ounce box instant vanilla pudding
Cream Cheese Mixture
- 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
- 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 8 ounce container Cool Whip, thawed
Assembly
- 2 packages Pepperidge Farm Chessmen cookies
- 6 bananas, peeled and sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the milk and instant vanilla pudding mix. Whisk briskly until the mixture thickens, then set aside to rest.
- Mix cream cheese base: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk together until smooth and creamy. Fold in the thawed Cool Whip gently until fully blended, then mix in the thickened vanilla pudding. Set this mixture aside.
- Layer cookies: Line the bottom of a 9×13-inch pan with a single even layer of Pepperidge Farm Chessmen cookies, creating the base of the pudding.
- Add bananas: Arrange the sliced bananas evenly on top of the cookie layer, ensuring full coverage for balanced flavor in every bite.
- Assemble pudding layer: Pour the prepared creamy pudding mixture evenly over the banana layer, spreading gently to cover completely.
- Top with cookies: Finish by placing a final layer of Chessmen cookies over the pudding mixture, adding a delightful crunch on top.
- Chill to set: Cover the assembled dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight, allowing the flavors to meld and the pudding to set firm.
- Serve: Once chilled and set, slice into portions and serve this rich, refreshing banana pudding chilled for best taste.
Notes
- For best results, ensure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the mixture.
- Use ripe but firm bananas to maintain slices intact and prevent excessive browning.
- This dessert can be prepared a day ahead, making it convenient for parties or special occasions.
- If desired, substitute Cool Whip with homemade whipped cream for a fresher taste.
- Store leftover pudding covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
