Never wonder what to bring to a potluck or cookout again with this easy banana pudding. It takes just 10 minutes to make and will soon become your most requested dish!
It’s almost independence day here in the US and today I have the perfect recipe for your upcoming celebration: Easy 10 Minute Banana Pudding! The recipe was shared with me by a wonderful nurse I worked with in a previous job and I’ve been loving and sharing it ever since. (Hi Donna Lou if you’re reading!)
This banana pudding is extra creamy, with that delicious cookie and banana layer that takes you back to your childhood. I have always been a big fan of banana pudding, both with a traditional meringue topping and without, but this recipe makes getting that awesome flavor in your mouth super fast. So fast that I’m going to break it down for you here with a step-by-step!
Step 1: Slice 3-4 bananas and place in the bottom of a 9×13 dish.
Step 2: Add mini wafer cookies in the bottom of the dish with the bananas.
The brand name cookies for these are the Mini Nilla Wafers and I wish I could find a more healthful (less artificial) version of these but so far no luck there. Let me know if you find any! You can also use the regular size instead of mini, but I love how the mini cookies are close in size to the banana slices. It gives it a nice texture that way. Cover most, but not all of the dish (like pictured).
Step 3: In a large mixing bowl combine two packages of instant vanilla pudding and four cups of whole milk. Mix until thickened.
You could certainly experiment with other kinds of milk but whole milk is going to make your pudding rich and delicious. And for the pudding, you can definitely find healthier and even organic brands instead of the Jello brand if you’re into that like I am!
Step 4: In the same bowl add one container of extra creamy whipped topping.
Again, I’m wishing there were some healthier options for the this ingredient but the Extra Creamy Cool Whip makes a big difference in the creaminess factor here! As a side note, my favorite non-junky brand of whipped topping is definitely Tru Whip. The taste is perfect and it has no artificial ingredients.
Step 5: Mix until smooth.
Smooth like yacht rock. Is anyone else as obsessed with that Sirius XM channel as I am??
Step 6: Pour pudding mixture on top of the banana and cookie layer.
Step 7: Spread it all around to completely cover the bananas and cookies.
Step 8: Add another container of extra creamy whipped topping as your top layer and spread it out.
Step 9 (Optional): To make it fancier you can add a few cookies and crumbs to the top. Or depending on the season, you can add some festive sprinkles.
Check out my Instagram this week on July 4th to see my version of that!
So that’s it my friends! I promise you will love this recipe and be the hit of the party with it! Tag me in your social media creations using #allthekingsmorsels and @allthekingsmorsels. Happy and safe 4th to all!
Need more cookout inspiration? Try my squash casserole, tangy southern coleslaw, or pig pickin’ cake!

Easy 10 Minute Banana Pudding
Ingredients
- 3-4 bananas, sliced
- 1 cup mini wafer cookies, or enough to fill up most of the bottom of your dish
- 2 packages instant vanilla pudding
- 4 cups milk, whole
- 2 containers whipped topping, extra creamy
Instructions
- Slice 3-4 bananas and place in the bottom of a 9x13 dish.
- Add wafer cookies in the bottom dish with the bananas.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 packages instant vanilla pudding with 4 cups milk. Stir until thickened.
- In the same bowl, add 1 container of extra creamy whipped topping. Mix until smooth.
- Pour pudding mixture on top of the banana and cookie layer.
- Spread around to cover the bottom layer.
- Add another container of extra creamy whipped topping and spread it smooth as your top layer.
- Optional: Add a few cookies and crumbs on top.
Tammy says
This brings back so many fond memories. I would love when my mom made the pudding with the mini wafer cookies…probably one of my childhood favorites! Loving this quick and easy recipe..definitely making this soon! ^_^
Kristen King says
I love to re-create those tasty childhood memories!
Jessie says
This looks amazing!!! Giving this a try for my next pot luck at work! thank you for sharing!
Kristen King says
Everyone will love it!
Ashley @ Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen says
This looks like the banana pudding that my dad LOVED when I was growing up. I’m bookmarking this recipe to make for the next time he comes to visit me – I know it’ll totally make his day!
Kristen King says
Awwww I hope he loves it!
Anna says
Love how quick and easy this recipe is! I’m a huge fan of any puds made with bananas, and I’m definitely going to give this one a go! And what a genius use for the wafer cookies!
Sharon says
A classic dessert that is simple but looks amazing! A perfect dessert for when you’re looking for something quick and delicious.
Karyl Henry says
I eat bananas every single day, but I don’t think I’ve ever had banana pudding. This looks so delicious though, especially with the wafers! I’m definitely going to need to give this a try
Claire | The Simple, Sweet Life says
This sounds delicious and I love that it’s so simple! I’ll definitely have to bookmark this for our next work potluck!
Holly says
You make banana pudding look magical! That whipped topping and banana pudding mixed together makes me want to grab a spoon and eat the whole bowl!
Kristen King says
Thanks, Holly! I could definitely take a spoon and eat the whole bowl!!!
Kim @ Berly's Kitchen says
This is hands down the best way to make banana pudding. I love the addition to whipped topping in the pudding. That’s the way I always make it. Soooo good!
Vanessa Vickery says
Oh my this looks so good! My kids would absolutely love me to make this for them. So will have to add it to my must-make list
Leslie says
Beautiful photos – this looks so creamy, how could I possibly pass it up?!
Heather says
Love how easy this is to make and that the ingredients are simple. Perfect preparation and this really takes me back to summer as a kid. Banana pudding is such a family favorite, I can’t wait to give this a try!