Directions
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Begin by taking a large bowl and mixing the softened cream cheese with the sweetened condensed milk until the mixture is completely smooth. This step is crucial, as a tremendous level of creaminess will set the tone for your pudding.
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In another bowl, whisk together the cold milk and instant vanilla pudding. Keep whisking until the mixture thickens nicely—this should take a few minutes. The texture of the pudding should be thick enough to hold its shape.
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Now, combine the cream cheese mixture with the pudding mixture in the large bowl. Stir them together until fully combined, ensuring no lumps remain. This creamy mixture will be the heart of your banana pudding.
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Take a serving dish (a trifle dish works beautifully), and start layering your dessert. Begin with a layer of vanilla wafers, then add a layer of sliced bananas, followed by a generous layer of the pudding mixture.
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Continue to repeat the layers until all your ingredients are used up, making sure to finish with the pudding mixture on top. This ensures that every layer is equally delightful and the presentation is tremendous.
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Finally, place your assembled banana pudding in the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours. This step allows the flavors to meld beautifully and gives the pudding enough time to set before serving.
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