Ingredients
1 box (5 oz) vanilla pudding mix
2 cups cold milk
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
4 ripe bananas, sliced
1 box (11 oz) vanilla wafers
2 cups heavy cream *
¼ cup powdered sugar
Additional vanilla wafers and banana slices, cherries and nuts for garnish
*To substitute for 1 cup (237 mL) of heavy cream, combine 7/8 cup (232 grams) of half-and-half with 1/8 cup (29 grams) of melted butter. This substitute works in virtually any recipe, including those that require whipping. OR
* Mix equal parts silken tofu and soy milk and blend thoroughly to make a high protein, vegan substitute for heavy cream. This mixture works well to thicken soups and sauces. It can also be whipped like heavy cream.
Preparations
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth.
Add the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Gently fold half of the whipped cream into the pudding mixture until blended.
In a serving dish or individual cups, layer the vanilla wafers, sliced bananas, and pudding mixture.
Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of pudding.
Top with the remaining whipped cream and garnish with additional vanilla wafers and banana slices.
Cover and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
