Description
This Strawberry Banana Pudding is a lightened-up version of a classic comfort dessert. It combines layers of creamy pudding, cinnamon graham crackers, fresh bananas, and juicy strawberries. It’s a no-bake dream. That’s perfect for a quick and easy dessert
Ingredients
- 9 whole Reduced-Fat Cinnamon Graham Crackers
- 1 3/4 cups Cold Fat-Free Milk
- 1 package (1 ounce) Sugar-Free Instant Cheesecake or Vanilla Pudding Mix
- 1 Large Firm Banana, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon Lemon Juice
- 2 cups Sliced Fresh Strawberries, divided
- 2 1/2 cups Reduced-Fat Whipped Topping, divided
- Mint Sprigs, optional
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pan.
Line the bottom of a 9-inch square pan with 4 1/2 graham crackers.
Step 2: Make the Pudding.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cold fat-free milk and the instant pudding mix for 2 minutes.
Let stand until soft-set, about 2 minutes.
Step 3: Prepare the Bananas.
Place the banana slices in another small bowl.
Toss with the lemon juice. This prevents browning.
Step 4: Combine Ingredients.
Stir the bananas and 1 cup of the sliced strawberries into the pudding.
Fold in 1 3/4 cups of the whipped topping.
Step 5: Layer the Pudding.
Spread half of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers in the pan.
Repeat the layers: remaining graham crackers, and remaining pudding mixture.
Step 6: Chill.
Cover and refrigerate overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the graham crackers to soften.
Refrigerate the remaining berries and whipped topping separately.
Step 7: Garnish and Serve.
Just before serving, top the pudding with the remaining sliced strawberries and whipped topping.
If desired, garnish with mint sprigs.
