What is in Magnolia's Banana Pudding? Recipe & Tips
Discover the ingredients and tips behind Magnolia’s famous banana pudding. Learn how to recreate this Southern classic with rich pudding, fresh bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafers for a perfect dessert every time.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Serving Dish
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
- 1 box Vanilla Pudding Mix (3.4 oz)
- 2 cups Whole Milk
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream For whipped cream topping
- 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk (14 oz)
- 4-5 Bananas Ripe, sliced into rounds
- 1 box Vanilla Wafers (11 oz)
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding mixture by whisking the vanilla pudding mix and whole milk together in a bowl. For cook-and-serve pudding, heat over medium heat until thickened.
- After the pudding thickens, mix in the sweetened condensed milk, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract. Let the pudding chill for 2-3 hours in the refrigerator.
- While the pudding is chilling, peel and slice the bananas into ¼-inch rounds. Drizzle them with lemon or orange juice to prevent browning.
- In a large serving dish, layer the vanilla wafers, followed by banana slices, then a layer of the chilled pudding mixture. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of pudding.
- Top with whipped cream and garnish with extra banana slices or crushed wafers. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free vanilla wafers. If you prefer extra flavor, try adding cinnamon or nutmeg to the pudding mixture.