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The RV life brings you to many different places. Our latest travel adventure has landed us in the Tennessee mountains. One of my very favorite places! The weather has been on the cool side this week which for some odd reason got me a hankering for banana pudding.

Do you ever get those? A hankering?

On a beautiful evening in Tennessee, surrounded by the calming sounds of waterfalls, I want to share with you the best banana pudding recipe you’ll ever try. Whether you’ve struggled to recreate your Mimi’s famous pudding or simply want a delicious dessert that will make your family smile, this recipe is here to fulfill your cravings. Prepare for a secret ingredient that will surprise and delight your taste buds. So let’s dive into the world of homemade banana pudding, Tennessee style.

Banana Pudding Recipe

Ingredients:

3 cups whole milk
2 small boxes of instant vanilla pudding mix
1 cup Daisy sour cream
8 ounces of whipped cream or Cool Whip
6 ripe bananas
1 1/4 box Vanilla wafers

Step 1: Create the Pudding Base
In a bowl, combine the whole milk and the instant vanilla pudding mix. Mix thoroughly until well combined. Set aside.

Step 2: The Secret Ingredient
Now, here comes the secret ingredient that sets this banana pudding apart—Daisy sour cream. Add one cup of Daisy sour cream to the pudding mixture and stir until fully incorporated.

Step 3: Add Whipped Cream
Fold in the whipped cream or Cool Whip into the pudding mixture. Using a hand mixer will create a fluffy and smooth texture, but a rubber spatula works just fine for combining the ingredients.

Step 4: Layering the Goodness
Start assembling the pudding layers. In a dish, begin with a layer of vanilla wafers, followed by a layer of sliced bananas, and then a layer of the pudding mixture. Repeat this process until you’ve used up all the ingredients, finishing with a layer of pudding on top.

Step 5: The Finishing Touches
Crumble some vanilla wafers over the top of the pudding for added crunch and visual appeal. If desired, garnish with a few slices of fresh banana to make it even more enticing.

Step 6: Time for Indulgence
It’s finally time to satisfy those taste buds. Grab a spoonful of this heavenly creation, and let it melt in your mouth. The creamy texture, the rich banana flavor, and the perfect balance of sweetness will transport you to dessert paradise.

As the sun sets on this picturesque Tennessee evening,

we’ve unlocked the secret to creating the most incredible banana pudding. With its silky layers of pudding, ripe bananas, and delightful crunch from vanilla wafers, this recipe is guaranteed to impress. Whether it reminds you of your Mimi’s homemade desserts or creates new memories with your loved ones, this Tennessee-inspired banana pudding will leave you craving for more. So, gather your ingredients, follow the steps, and enjoy a taste of pure indulgence. Remember to share your creations and tag us on Instagram—it’s always a joy to hear from fellow dessert enthusiasts. Until then, savor each spoonful of this delectable treat and embrace the joy it brings.

Banana Pudding

Creamy and rich Banana Pudding just like Mimi makes! ♥

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 11

Ingredients

  

• 3 cups whole milk
• 2 small boxes of instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 cup Daisy sour cream
• 8 ounces of whipped cream or Cool Whip
• 6 ripe bananas
• 1 1/4 box Vanilla wafers

Instructions

 

• Step 1: Create the Pudding Base
• In a bowl, combine the whole milk and the instant vanilla pudding mix. Mix thoroughly until well combined. Set aside.
• Step 2: The Secret Ingredient
• Now, here comes the secret ingredient that sets this banana pudding apart—Daisy sour cream. Add one cup of Daisy sour cream to the pudding mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
• Step 3: Add Whipped Cream
• Fold in the whipped cream or Cool Whip into the pudding mixture. Using a hand mixer will create a fluffy and smooth texture, but a rubber spatula works just fine for combining the ingredients.
• Step 4: Layering the Goodness
• Start assembling the pudding layers. In a dish, begin with a layer of vanilla wafers, followed by a layer of sliced bananas, and then a layer of the pudding mixture. Repeat this process until you've used up all the ingredients, finishing with a layer of pudding on top.
• Step 5: The Finishing Touches
• Crumble some vanilla wafers over the top of the pudding for added crunch and visual appeal. If desired, garnish with a few slices of fresh banana to make it even more enticing.
• Step 6: Time for Indulgence
• It's finally time to satisfy those taste buds. Grab a spoonful of this heavenly creation, and let it melt in your mouth. The creamy texture, the rich banana flavor, and the perfect balance of sweetness will transport you to dessert paradise.

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Leigh Ann

Leigh Ann Schooley is the owner and founder of Making My Abode, a blog dedicated to helping homemakers live well and simply on one income. She is a believer, wife, and mother of three with more than sixteen years of homemaking experience. Leigh Ann is the recipient of the Wife of The Year award eighteen years running. She has also won the Mother of The Year award every year for the past sixteen years. She is a Colorado native raised by her dad who taught her almost everything she knows. Leigh Ann lives with her husband and family in Colorado.