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Creamy Chessmen Cookie Banana Pudding Layers Recipe Easy and Delicious

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A quick and easy layered banana pudding dessert featuring creamy homemade pudding, buttery Chessmen cookies, and fresh bananas. Perfect for gatherings and a comforting treat with a delightful texture balance.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups whole milk (480 ml) or 2% milk for lighter version
  • 1 (3.4 oz / 96 g) box instant vanilla pudding mix (preferably Jell-O)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml), cold, whipped
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
  • About 20 Chessmen cookies (roughly 4 oz / 115 g), crushed slightly
  • 3 large ripe bananas, sliced thinly
  • Optional toppings: whipped cream for garnish, extra crushed Chessmen cookies or chocolate shavings

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk (2 cups / 480 ml) until smooth and thickened, about 2 minutes. Let it set in the fridge for 5 minutes to firm up slightly.
  2. While pudding rests, whip 1 cup (240 ml) of cold heavy cream with 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons sugar (if using) until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes with an electric mixer.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding until fully combined and smooth to create an ultra-creamy texture.
  4. Peel and slice 3 ripe bananas into 1/4-inch (0.6 cm) thick rounds. Set aside.
  5. Lightly crush about 20 Chessmen cookies by placing them in a zip-top bag and pressing gently with a rolling pin to create chunks, not crumbs.
  6. Start by spreading a thin layer of the creamy pudding mixture on the bottom of a 9×9-inch glass dish or similar-sized trifle bowl.
  7. Sprinkle a layer of crushed Chessmen cookies over the pudding, followed by a layer of banana slices. Repeat layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with a pudding layer on top.
  8. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow cookies to soften and flavors to meld.
  9. Before serving, top with extra whipped cream and a few crushed cookies for garnish.

Notes

Fold whipped cream gently into pudding to keep airiness. Do not pulverize cookies; keep chunks for texture. Slice bananas just before layering to prevent browning or toss in lemon juice if prepping early. Chill at least 2 hours but not more than a day to avoid soggy cookies. For faster serving, chill briefly in freezer for 15 minutes before serving. Variations include chocolate pudding layers, gluten-free cookies, dairy-free milk and cream substitutes, and adding fresh berries.

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