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Golden Corral Banana Pudding Recipe

Golden Corral Banana Pudding Recipe

This Golden Corral Banana Pudding Recipe is a rich and creamy Southern-style dessert made with layers of vanilla pudding, sweetened condensed milk, cream cheese, whipped topping, vanilla wafers, and fresh bananas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ### Ingredients
  • * **Instant vanilla pudding mix** – 2 3.4-ounce packages
  • * **Cold whole milk** – 3 cups
  • * **Sweetened condensed milk** – 1 14-ounce can
  • * **Cream cheese softened** – 8 ounces
  • * **Vanilla extract** – 1 teaspoon
  • * **Whipped topping thawed** – 8 ounces
  • * **Vanilla wafers** – 1 11-ounce box
  • * **Ripe bananas sliced** – 4 medium
  • * **Heavy whipping cream optional, for garnish** – 1 cup
  • * **Crushed vanilla wafers optional** – ¼ cup

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowlHand
  • mixerRubber spatulaMeasuring cups9x13-inch
  • Baking dish
  • boardPlastic wrap
  • trifle bowlKnifeCutting

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Pudding
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth. Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes to thicken.
Step 2: Make the Cream Mixture
  1. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the pudding mixture and vanilla extract, then mix until creamy. Fold in the whipped topping gently.
Step 3: Layer the Dessert
  1. Arrange a layer of vanilla wafers in the bottom of a baking dish. Add a layer of sliced bananas, then spread part of the pudding mixture evenly over the top.
Step 4: Repeat the Layers
  1. Continue layering vanilla wafers, bananas, and pudding until all the ingredients are used, finishing with the pudding mixture on top.
Step 5: Chill and Serve
  1. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Garnish with whipped cream and crushed vanilla wafers before serving.
    Golden Corral Banana Pudding Recipe

Notes

Bananas provide potassium, vitamin B6, and dietary fiber, making them a nutritious addition to this classic dessert. Although it's an indulgent treat, using fresh fruit adds natural sweetness and flavor.