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Paula Deen Banana Pudding

Paula Deen Banana Pudding: Creamy Delight in Every Bite

Experience a creamy, delightful banana pudding with Paula Deen's recipe, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk Can substitute with evaporated milk plus sugar.
  • 1 container Cool Whip Can replace with homemade stabilized whipped cream.
  • 5 ounces pudding mix (French Vanilla) Instant banana pudding can be used for more banana flavor.
  • 2 cups whole milk Any milk alternative can be substituted.
For the Layers
  • 1 bag cookies (Chessman) Nilla Wafers are a lovely alternative.
  • 2-3 pieces bananas Use fresh, ripe bananas to prevent browning.
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Ensure it's softened for easy mixing.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Layer Cookies: Line the bottom of a 9x13-inch pan with one bag of Chessman cookies. Slice 2-3 ripe bananas and place them over the cookies.
  2. Prepare Pudding: In a large mixing bowl, whisk 5-ounce box of French vanilla pudding mix with 2 cups of whole milk until thickened.
  3. Mix Cream Cheese: Beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
  4. Incorporate Cool Whip: Fold in one container of Cool Whip gently into the cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk mixture.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Fold cream cheese mixture into the prepared pudding mixture until blended and fluffy. Spread over bananas in the pan.
  6. Top and Chill: Sprinkle remaining Chessman cookies on top, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for better flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

To prevent cookies from getting soggy, consider layering them right before serving. Chilling overnight enhances flavor and texture.

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