Banana Pudding Lush Recipe

A serving of banana pudding lush on a dark plate.

5 from 1 vote

This Banana Pudding Lush combines a buttery vanilla wafer crust, creamy cheesecake layer, banana pudding, fresh bananas, and fluffy whipped topping into an easy no-bake dessert that's perfect for holidays, potlucks, and family gatherings.

Prep Time20

Chilling Time6

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: banana cream lush dessert, banana pudding lush recipe, easy banana pudding lush, no bake banana pudding lush, southern banana pudding dessert

Servings:

Calories: 423kcal

Author: Leigh Harris

Ingredients

Crust

2 1/2 cups Crushed vanilla wafers
2 tbsp Granulated sugar
1/2 cup Unsalted butter melted

Cheesecake Layer

16 ounces Cream cheese softened (2 - 8 oz packages)
1/2 cup Powdered sugar
1 tsp Vanilla extract
8 ounces Frozen whipped topping thawed

Banana Pudding Layer

4 medium Bananas, sliced when ready to use up to 5 medium
5.1 oz Instant banana cream pudding (1 large box)
2 1/2 cups Whole milk cold (or half and half)

Topping and Garnishes

8 oz Frozen whipped topping thawed
Vanilla wafers crushed add just before serving
Sliced banana add just before serving

Instructions

Crust

Place vanilla wafers in a food processor and pulse until you achieve crumbs. (I usually use at least 85-90 vanilla wafers. So I purchase the family size box of vanilla wafers.)
Combine the crushed vanilla wafers, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a bowl until evenly coated. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a buttered 9×13-inch baking dish. Freeze for 10-15 minutes.
2 1/2 cups Crushed vanilla wafers, 2 tbsp Granulated sugar, 1/2 cup Unsalted butter

Cheesecake Layer

Beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Fold in half of the whipped topping until fully combined. Spread evenly over the chilled crust all the way to the edges. Freeze while preparing the next layer.
16 ounces Cream cheese, 1/2 cup Powdered sugar, 1 tsp Vanilla extract, 8 ounces Frozen whipped topping

Banana Pudding Layer

Whisk together the banana cream pudding mix and cold milk for about 3 minutes. Let the pudding thicken for about 2 minutes. Spread the pudding evenly over the cream cheese layer all the way to the edges.
5.1 oz Instant banana cream pudding, 2 1/2 cups Whole milk

Banana and Topping Layer

Slice the bananas just before using and arrange them in an even layer over the banana pudding. The bananas will brown quickly if sliced ahead of time.
4 medium Bananas, sliced when ready to use, 8 oz Frozen whipped topping
Spread the remaining whipped topping over the bananas, covering the entire dessert. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours; overnight is best.
When ready to serve, sprinkle crushed vanilla wafers (or whole) over the top and add additional banana slices if desired.
Vanilla wafers crushed, Sliced banana

Notes

Add any banana slices used for garnish just before serving for the freshest appearance.

For the best banana pudding flavor, allow the dessert to chill overnight. The layers have time to set, and the vanilla wafer crust softens slightly, creating that classic banana pudding texture everyone loves.

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