I love me some banana pudding. The first banana pudding recipe I ever shared on my blog was super simple. I still use it this day for a quick recipe. But when I want to make some for a party or a family get together this is the recipe I use.
If you’re wondering how to make the best southern banana pudding with a funny and yummy twist then this ones for YOU! I first came across this recipe about 10 years ago and have since then adapted it to fit my taste buds. But not by much!
The base for this recipe is of course bananas, pudding, and whipped topping. But to take it to the next level you’re going to add a secret ingredient.
Moon Pies.
Oh yes. Moon pies ( specifically banana-flavored or chocolate if you can’t find the banana ones) are going to have all your taste buds popping!
I know what you’re thinking. DESTINY don’t do me like this!! Why would you mess up a good thing? A classic?
But do me a favor. Just try it friends and if you don’t like it? Well. I’m sorry. Your taste buds aren’t working properly. hahaha!
How to make Banana Pudding with Moon Pies
To make this recipe you’ll need a few ingredients. I used:
- banana cream instant pudding
- chocolate or banana moon pies
- bananas
- store bought ( from the bakery) whipped topping
- vanilla wafers
- First you’ll want to make the pudding. I used Jello Banana Cream Pudding for this recipe. I love the extra banana flavor it gives. Mix two boxes with 4 cups of cold milk. Mix until is sets and then place it in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
- Cut up 6 bananas into slices ( set aside )
- Then cut up the moon pies into quarter pieces ( set aside)
- With a spatula, place 1/2 of the banana cream pudding at the bottom of a trifle bowl like the one below.
- Next add a layer of bananas until it covers all of the pudding.
- The next layer should be the moon pies. Add them until they cover all of the bananas.
- The last layer will be the whipped topping. I highly suggest you use stabilized homemade whipped topping or by a tub from your local bakery like I do. It makes a big difference. Cool Whip does not work because it is not stable enough.
- Repeat the layers one more time until you reach the top. If you have any leftover pudding go ahead and add that to the top.
Step by Step Instructions with Pictures!
Top it off with the whipped topping and some vanilla wafers and bananas for some crunch!
I also like to add the vanilla wafer to the plate when I serve it. I love the crunch of the vanilla wafer so much. Plus it’s hard to leave vanilla wafers out of a southern banana pudding recipe ha!
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Southern Banana Pudding with Moon Pies
A banana pudding with a secret ingredient that will knock your socks off! This banana pudding includes moonpies that will give every bite
Ingredients
- 2 packages of Jello Banana Cream Pudding 3.5 oz
- 4 cups of cold milk
- 6 large moon pies ( chocolate or banana flavor)
- 6 large bananas sliced
- 4 cups prepared whipped topping ( Cool Whip is not recommended )
- Vanilla wafers for garnish
Instructions
- Empty both packages of banana cream pudding mix into a mixing bowl along with 4 cups of cold milk. Whisk until combined together. Place in fridge for 30 minutes or until set.
- Slice all six bananas and set aside.
- Cut 6 large moon pies into quarter pieces and set aside.
- Remove pudding from fridge and assemble the banana pudding in layers into a trifle bowl.
- Layer banana cream pudding, bananas, moon pies and whipped topping. Repeat the layer one more time.
- Top with nilla wafers and extra bananas.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
You can buy whipped topping from your grocery store bakery. If not you can make your own using this recipe.
Use a Trifle Bowl for best results.
Try Walmart, Dollar Tree, Cracker Barrel or Amazon to purchase moon pies.
Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 505Total Fat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 343mgCarbohydrates: 78gFiber: 3gSugar: 48gProtein: 8g
