Ingredients:
- 1 (18.25 ounce) package vanilla pudding mix
- 4 cups cold milk
- 4 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (18 ounce) package pound cake, cubed
- 4 bananas, sliced
- 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers
Instructions:
- Prepare the pudding: In a large bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and milk until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for 5 minutes, or until set.
- Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until combined.
- Assemble the trifle: In a trifle bowl or serving dish, layer the ingredients in the following order: half of the pound cake, half of the bananas, half of the pudding, half of the whipped cream, and half of the crushed vanilla wafers. Repeat the layers.
- Chill: Cover the trifle and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until chilled.
- Serve: Garnish with additional sliced bananas and crushed vanilla wafers, if desired.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use homemade vanilla pudding.
- To make the trifle ahead of time, assemble it and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours.
- For a more decadent dessert, add a layer of caramel sauce between the layers of cake and pudding.
- You can use any type of cake you like, but pound cake or angel food cake work well.
- Get creative with your toppings! Try adding chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or sprinkles.
Enjoy your delicious Banana Vanilla Pudding Trifle!