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No Bake Banana Pudding Pie

Published: Jul 1, 2023 Last Updated: Jul 1, 2023 by Marye 1059 words. | About 6 minutes to read this article.

4 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
Easy banana pudding pie is made with layers of creamy pudding and 'Nilla Wafers in a graham cracker crust. No bake and it's done in minutes!
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This is one of those easy recipes made with simple ingredients that you'll make again and again all season long.

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You'll love this quick dessert!
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  • ❀️ Why you'll love it
  • 🧾 Ingredients
  • πŸ“–Β Variations
  • πŸ”ͺ Instructions
  • πŸ₯« Storage
  • πŸ’­ Things to know
  • πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ FAQs
  • πŸ“š Related recipes
  • 🍽️ Serve with...
  • πŸ“ž The last word
  • πŸ“– Recipe
  • πŸ’¬ Comments

❀️ Why you'll love it

  • No baking means it goes together fast and you don't have to heat up the kitchen.
  • Banana pudding pie is a fun spin on the old favorite banana pudding.
  • Uses convenience foods to keep mess (and time) to a minimum.

Classic banana pudding is one of our favorite desserts and I'm always looking for variations on it.

This banana cream pudding pie takes all of that flavor and presents it in a unique way.

Layers of sliced bananas, crumbled 'Nilla wafters, and creamy vanilla pudding are arranged in a cookie crust and chilled until you're ready to indulge!

🧾 Ingredients

This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the green recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.

Labeled ingredients for this recipe.

πŸ“– Variations

  • Use instant banana pudding mix instead of vanilla.
  • Make this no bake banana pudding pie recipe from scratch with my homemade vanilla pudding.
  • Use a homemade crumb crust in any flavor.
  • Add a Β½ teaspoon of vanilla extract for a more vanilla flavor.
  • Substitute fresh sliced strawberries for the bananas. Or, use both!
  • Use homemade whipped cream instead of whipped topping. It really doesn't take but a minute to make.
  • Make it extra pretty with chocolate shavings or caramel sauce drizzled on top.

πŸ”ͺ Instructions

This is an overview of the instructions. Full instructions are in the green recipe card at the bottom of the page.

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  1. Mix the pudding and milk.
  2. Add β…“ pudding to crust and top with cookies.
  3. Top with fresh banana slices.
  4. Repeat layers, ending with pudding, and chill. Garnish the top of the pie with whipped topping as desired.

πŸ₯« Storage

Promptly store leftover pie, tightly covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container. A pie keeper works great.

It will stay good in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Remove any bananas on the top because they may get quite brown.

Banana pudding pie doesn't freeze well at all. The pudding separates and gets watery.

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Who can turn down a banana pie?

πŸ’­ Things to know

Expert Tip: Always thaw Cool Whip or any whipped topping in the refrigerator overnight. If you thaw at room temperature it can lose it's creamy texture.

  • Keep it quick and easy with a store bought graham cracker crust.
  • I use evaporated milk because I feel it makes the pudding creamier. Whole milk is fine, too.
  • Be sure to whisk the pudding and milk mixture smooth before building your pie.
  • Keep the banana slices from turning brown by dipping them in lemon juice.
  • This pie needs to chill for 4 hours but longer will make the pie firmer.

πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ FAQs

Can I use a non-dairy milk in this banana cream pie?

You can use almond milk or coconut milk but the pie won't set well and will be very soft. Oatmilk doesn't work.

How can I keep the bananas from turning brown?

Dip them in lemon juice before adding to the pie.

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Homemade banana pudding pie is a family favorite.

πŸ“š Related recipes

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  • This lemon icebox pie is a creamy and tangy no bake dessert - and it goes together like a dream.
  • Pineapple cream cheese pie is cool and tropical. Or try this pineapple fluff recipe.
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🍽️ Serve with...

I like an easy, old fashioned dinner on the weekends. Serve banana pudding pie with this effortless meal and watch the family rush to the table!

I love slow cooker chicken and gravy. It cooks all day until it's melt-in-your-mouth delicious. With all that old fashioned flavor it's the perfect entree to go with this pie.

Add a side of mashed potatoes, southern green beans, and easy drop biscuits to round it out.

πŸ“ž The last word

I love a good banana cream pie recipe but this takes it up a notch with the addition of vanilla wafers!

If you click on the number of servings in the recipe card you can adjust the measurements up or down for the exact number of servings you need.

If you love this recipe please give it 5 stars! β­οΈβ­οΈβ­οΈβ­οΈβ­οΈ

πŸ“– Recipe

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Easy banana pudding pie is made with layers of creamy pudding and 'Nilla Wafers in a graham cracker crust. No bake and it's done in minutes!
Course Dessert- Pie
Cuisine American - Southern,American - Vintage
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Chill: 4 hours hours
Total Time: 4 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
Servings:8
Calories:365
Author:Marye Audet-White
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Equipment Needed

  • Pie Pan

Ingredients

  • 1 9-inch graham cracker crust
  • 6.8 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix, 2 (3.4 ounce) packages
  • 2 Β½ cups milk, cold
  • 2 bananas, sliced
  • 1 cup 'Nilla Wafers, crushed - plus extra for topping
  • 1 Β½ cups Cool Whip, thawed

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Instructions

  • Coarsely crust the 'Nilla Wafers to make about 1 cup.
  • Mix the milk and instant pudding mix until thick and creamy.
  • Spoon β…“ of the pudding in the graham cracker crust.
  • Top with Β½ crushed 'Nilla Wafers.
  • Slice the bananas and arrange half the slices over the top.
  • Repeat layers ending with pudding.
  • Cover and chill for 4 hours.
  • Before serving top with whipped topping and garnished with more banana slices and 'Nilla Wafers.

Notes

Storage:
Promptly store leftover pie, tightly covered with plastic wrap (or in a pie keeper) in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You may want to remove any bananas that are on the top as they may get quite brown.
Banana pudding pie doesn't freeze well at all. The pudding separates and gets watery.
Tips:
Always thaw Cool Whip or any whipped topping in the refrigerator overnight. If you thaw at room temperature it can lose its creamy texture.
  • I use evaporated milk because I feel it makes the pudding creamier.
  • Be sure to whisk the pudding and milk mixture smooth before building your pie.
  • Keep the banana slices from turning brown by dipping them in lemon juice.
  • This pie needs to chill for 4 hours but longer will make the pie firmer.
You'll find more helpful tips and variations in the body of the post.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 348mg | Potassium: 275mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 153IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is estimated as a courtesy. If using for medical purposes, please verify information using your own nutritional calculator. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    First published April 26, 2022. Last updated July 1, 2023 for editorial improvements.

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