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Copycat Magnolia Banana Pudding Recipe

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This Copycat Magnolia Pudding recipe recreates the classic Southern dessert featuring layers of creamy vanilla pudding, whipped cream, ripe bananas, and crunchy Nilla wafers, all dusted with a hint of cinnamon. Its luscious texture and balanced sweetness make it a perfect dessert for any occasion, best served chilled after resting to allow flavors to meld beautifully.

  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Pudding Mixture

  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
  • 1 ¼ cups ice water
  • 3.4 ounces vanilla instant pudding mix (1 box)

Whipped Cream

  • 3 ¼ cups heavy cream

Assembly

  • 11 ounces Nilla wafers (1 box or similar)
  • 5 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon, divided

Instructions

  1. Combine: Beat the sweetened condensed milk and ice water on medium speed until thoroughly combined. Add the vanilla pudding mix and continue beating for 5 minutes until the pudding mix is fully dissolved and smooth.
  2. Chill the pudding mixture: Cover the bowl with the pudding mixture and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or overnight to allow it to set properly and thicken.
  3. Make the whipped cream: In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, ensuring a light and airy texture.
  4. Fold pudding into whipped cream: Gently fold the chilled pudding mixture into the whipped cream until fully combined and there are no visible streaks to maintain a fluffy consistency.
  5. Assemble the pudding: Spread one-third of the pudding mixture at the bottom of a 4-5 quart trifle bowl. Layer Nilla wafers flat over the pudding, then add a layer of sliced bananas, and sprinkle with ½ teaspoon cinnamon. Repeat these layers once more, ending with a final layer of pudding on top and sprinkle the remaining cinnamon over it.
  6. Final chill: Cover the assembled pudding and refrigerate for 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the wafers to soften slightly.
  7. Serve: When ready, remove from the fridge and uncover. Optionally, garnish with extra Nilla wafers and banana slices on top. Serve chilled and enjoy.

Notes

  • For best results, let the pudding chill overnight before assembling to ensure it is fully set.
  • You can substitute Nilla wafers with any similar vanilla-flavored cookies if unavailable.
  • Ripe but firm bananas work best to prevent mushiness in the dessert.
  • Ensure the whipped cream reaches stiff peak stage to maintain the light texture of the dessert.
  • The pudding can be prepared a day ahead, making it ideal for parties and gatherings.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/copycat-magnolia-banana-pudding-recipe/