Banana Pudding Cake – Creamy, Moist

 

Banana Pudding Cake – Creamy, Moist & Full of Southern Charm

This Banana Pudding Cake combines fluffy vanilla cake, creamy banana pudding, fresh banana slices, and a light whipped topping into one irresistible dessert. Inspired by the classic Southern favorite, this cake is rich, refreshing, and perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, holidays, or anytime you're craving comfort food in dessert form.

Every bite is packed with sweet banana flavor, silky pudding, and soft cake layers that melt in your mouth.

Flavor & Texture Highlights

• Soft and moist vanilla cake
• Rich homemade banana pudding layer
• Fresh banana slices throughout
• Light and creamy whipped topping

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• Why You'll Love This Recipe
• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Tips
• Storage

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Combines two favorite desserts in one
• Easy to prepare ahead of time
• Perfect for parties and celebrations
• Creamy, light, and crowd-pleasing

Ingredients

For the Cake

• 1 box vanilla or yellow cake mix
• Ingredients required by the cake mix package

For the Banana Pudding Layer

• 2 packages (3.4 oz each) instant banana pudding mix
• 3 cups cold milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Assembly

• 3 ripe bananas, sliced
• 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
• 20 vanilla wafer cookies, crushed

Instructions

Step 1: Bake the Cake

Prepare and bake the cake according to package directions in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Allow it to cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare the Pudding

In a large bowl, whisk together the banana pudding mix, cold milk, and vanilla extract until thickened.

Step 3: Add Bananas

Arrange banana slices evenly over the cooled cake.

Step 4: Spread the Pudding

Carefully spread the banana pudding mixture over the banana layer.

Step 5: Add the Topping

Spread whipped topping evenly across the pudding layer.

Step 6: Garnish

Sprinkle crushed vanilla wafer cookies over the top.

Step 7: Chill

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the layers to set.

Step 8: Serve

Slice and enjoy chilled.

Tips for Success

• Use ripe bananas for the best flavor
• Chill overnight for an even better texture
• Add extra banana slices just before serving
• Keep cookies crunchy by adding some on top right before serving

Storage

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Best enjoyed within 24–48 hours while the bananas remain fresh.

Do not freeze after assembly.

Banana Pudding Cake Recipe Card

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Bake Time: 30 minutes

Chill Time: 2 hours

Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes

Servings: 12–15

Ingredients

• 1 box vanilla cake mix
• 2 packages banana pudding mix
• 3 cups milk
• 3 bananas
• 8 oz whipped topping
• 20 vanilla wafer cookies
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Bake and cool the cake.
2. Prepare banana pudding.
3. Layer bananas over cake.
4. Spread pudding over bananas.
5. Top with whipped topping.
6. Sprinkle crushed vanilla wafers.
7. Chill for at least 2 hours.
8. Serve cold.

Final Thoughts

This Banana Pudding Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert, combining moist cake, creamy banana pudding, fresh bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafers. It's easy to make, perfect for sharing, and guaranteed to become a family favorite.