Paula Deen Banana Pudding With Cream Cheese
If there's one dessert that is a classic in the South, it's banana pudding. And if there's one person who knows how to make a delicious banana pudding, it's Paula Deen. Her banana pudding recipe is made with cream cheese, which gives it a rich and creamy texture that is hard to resist. Here's how you can make Paula Deen Banana Pudding With Cream Cheese.
Ingredients:
For the pudding:
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 1/2 cups cold water
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (12 oz) box vanilla wafers
- 4 cups sliced ripe bananas
For the whipped cream topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
Step 1: Prepare the pudding mixture
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk and water. Add instant vanilla pudding mix and whisk until well combined. Cover bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the pudding mixture to set.
Step 2: Whip the cream cheese and heavy cream
In a separate mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add in heavy cream and beat on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. This will take about 4-5 minutes. Be careful not to overbeat.
Step 3: Combine the pudding mixture with whipped cream mixture
Take the pudding mixture out of the refrigerator and add the whipped cream mixture to it. Gently fold the mixture until well combined.
Step 4: Assemble the banana pudding
Using a 9x13 inch baking dish, cover the bottom with a layer of vanilla wafers. Top with a layer of sliced bananas. Pour half of the pudding mixture over the bananas. Repeat with another layer of vanilla wafers, bananas, and the remaining pudding mixture.
Step 5: Prepare the whipped cream topping
In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat on high speed until stiff peaks form.
Step 6: Add the whipped cream topping to the pudding
Spread the whipped cream topping over the top of the pudding. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the pudding is set and chilled.
This recipe serves 12 people, but you can easily cut it in half if you don't need that much. This banana pudding is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, and other special occasions. It's a dessert that everyone will love and ask for the recipe.
If you want to add a little extra something to this dessert, you can sprinkle some crushed vanilla wafers over the top before serving. This will add a nice crunch and texture to the pudding.
Now that you know how to make Paula Deen Banana Pudding With Cream Cheese, it's time to get started in the kitchen. You won't be disappointed with the end result!