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Chick-fil-A Banana Pudding Recipe

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A rich and creamy Chick-fil-A inspired banana pudding dessert featuring layers of Nilla wafers, ripe bananas, and a fluffy vanilla pudding and whipped cream mixture, perfect for a cool and indulgent treat.

Ingredients

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Pudding Base

  • 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1.5 cups ice-cold water
  • 3.5 oz box instant vanilla pudding mix

Whipped Cream Mixture

  • 2.5 cups heavy cream
  • 2/3 cup marshmallow fluff

Layers

  • 5–6 barely ripe large bananas
  • 1 box Nilla Wafers

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pudding Base: In a large bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk with ice-cold water, whisking until fully blended. Gradually whisk in the instant vanilla pudding mix vigorously until smooth and lump-free. Cover and refrigerate the mixture until it sets, about 4 hours.
  2. Whip the Cream: In a separate large bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add the marshmallow fluff and continue whipping until stiff peaks form, creating a fluffy and stable whipped cream mixture.
  3. Combine Pudding and Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chilled pudding in increments, being careful to maintain the airy texture and avoid deflating the whipped cream. Stir until just combined with minimal streaks remaining.
  4. Layer the Dessert: In a 9×13 baking dish or a large bowl, create a base layer of Nilla wafers. Add a layer of thinly sliced bananas over the wafers, then spread one-third of the pudding-cream mixture evenly on top.
  5. Repeat the Layers: Repeat the layering process two more times — wafers, bananas, and pudding mixture — finishing with a final layer of the pudding-cream mixture on top. Decorate the surface with Nilla wafer crumbs or your desired topping.
  6. Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the assembled banana pudding for at least 4 hours to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to firm up properly for serving.

Notes

  • Use barely ripe bananas for optimal sweetness and texture that won’t turn mushy too quickly.
  • Chilling time is important to let the pudding set properly and to meld the flavors.
  • Gently folding the whipped cream helps keep the dessert light and airy.
  • For variation, add a splash of vanilla or banana liqueur to the pudding base.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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