Ingredients
- 2 cups of fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 box (5.1 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box of vanilla wafers
- Optional: fresh mint for garnish
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or electric mixer
- 9×13 inch glass dish or individual serving cups
- Sharp knife and cutting board
- Spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, let’s start with making the pudding. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth. I love using an electric mixer for this because it makes the pudding super creamy and ensures there are no lumps. Once it reaches a nice, thick consistency, you’ll want to fold in the whipped topping and vanilla extract gently. This folding technique keeps that fluffy texture intact, which I truly adore. (See the next page below to continue steps…)