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Banana Pudding with Chessmen Cookies and Cream Cheese Layer Recipe

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This classic Banana Pudding recipe layers creamy vanilla pudding, sweet bananas, and crunchy Pepperidge Farm Chessmen cookies to create a luscious, no-bake dessert perfect for any occasion. With a whipped cream and cream cheese filling, it’s an indulgent treat that’s easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Base Layer

  • 2 bags Pepperidge Farm Chessmen cookies
  • 6 – 8 bananas, sliced

Pudding Mixture

  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 box instant French vanilla pudding (5-ounce)

Cream Cheese Mixture

  • 1 package cream cheese, softened (8-ounce)
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14-ounce)
  • 1 container frozen whipped topping, thawed (12-ounce)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the base layer: Line the bottom of a 13x9x2-inch dish evenly with one bag of Pepperidge Farm Chessmen cookies, then layer sliced bananas on top to create the first layer of the dessert.
  2. Mix the pudding: In a medium bowl, use a hand-held mixer to combine the 2 cups of milk with the instant French vanilla pudding mix. Mix until well combined and slightly thickened.
  3. Prepare the cream cheese mixture: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese together with the sweetened condensed milk using a hand-held mixer until smooth and creamy without lumps.
  4. Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated, maintaining a light and airy texture.
  5. Combine mixtures: Add the cream cheese mixture into the pudding mixture and stir well until completely blended, forming a smooth filling.
  6. Assemble the pudding: Pour the combined filling evenly over the layered cookies and bananas in the dish, spreading it gently to cover the entire surface.
  7. Add the final cookie layer: Cover the pudding mixture with the remaining bag of Chessmen cookies, creating a crunchy topping.
  8. Chill before serving: Cover the dish with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow flavors to meld and cookies to soften slightly, resulting in a perfect consistency.

Notes

  • Try substituting the French vanilla pudding with banana cream or chocolate instant pudding for a flavorful twist.
  • Drizzle salted caramel or chocolate sauce over the bananas before adding the filling to introduce additional flavors.
  • Traditional Nilla Wafers can be used instead of Chessmen cookies if desired.
  • Store the pudding in the refrigerator and consume within 3-5 days to maintain freshness; bananas may darken and cookies soften over time.
  • Author: Adeline
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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