Ingredients and Weight:
- 4 cups heavy cream
- 1 box (about 3.4 oz) vanilla instant pudding mix
- 1 pound cooked vanilla wafers (Nilla wafers)
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 can (about 3 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the heavy cream and vanilla instant pudding mix. Beat with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- Layer the cooked vanilla wafers in a baking dish to form a bottom layer.
- Top the vanilla wafers with a layer of sliced bananas.
- Pour half of the pudding mixture over the banana layer.
- Repeat layers of vanilla wafers and pudding, ending with a layer of pudding on top.
- Sprinkle the surface with a mixture of sugar and cinnamon powder.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on the given ingredients)
- Calories: Approx. 500 per serving (based on 8 servings)
- Fat: Approx. 30 grams per serving (including saturated fat)
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 60 grams per serving
- Protein: Approx. 5 grams per serving
Dish Characteristics:
- A classic American dessert, rich and creamy with a hint of banana flavor.
- Layers of cookies, bananas, and creamy pudding make for a satisfying and sweet treat.
- The dish is best served chilled and can be prepared ahead of time for easy serving.
User Comments:
- "This is a family favorite! The combination of flavors is perfect."
- "I love the combination of bananas and vanilla in this dessert."
- "This is a great dish to make for a special occasion."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh bananas for best flavor and texture.
- Be sure to layer the ingredients evenly to ensure proper distribution of flavors.
- Chill the dessert for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to blend and set properly.
