Banana Vanilla Pudding & Tropical Fruit Trifle
Ingredients:
– 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
– 2 cups cold milk
– 1 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
– 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
– 2 tablespoons melted butter
– 2 bananas, sliced
– 1/2 cup fresh pineapple chunks
– 1/2 cup mango chunks
– 1/4 cup raisins or dried fruit (optional)
– Strawberries and raspberries for garnish
Directions:
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened. Set aside.
2. In a small bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Press the crumbs into the bottom of a trifle dish to form the base.
3. Layer half of the whipped topping over the graham cracker base.
4. Spread a layer of vanilla pudding over the whipped topping.
5. Add a layer of sliced bananas, pineapple chunks, and mango chunks, along with raisins or dried fruit if using.
6. Repeat the layers with remaining whipped topping, pudding, and fruit.
7. Garnish with fresh strawberries, raspberries, and banana slices on top.
8. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Enjoy this tropical, creamy Banana Vanilla Pudding Trifle!