No Bake Banoffee Pudding Trifles Recipe Easy Dessert at Home
Ingredients
For the Trifles
- 2 cups vanilla instant pudding mix (prepared according to package directions).
- 2 cups cold whole milk.
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
- 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed (or 2 cups homemade whipped cream).
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers.
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted.
- 3 large ripe bananas, sliced.
- 1 cup dulce de leche or thick caramel sauce.
- ½ cup toffee bits.
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings.
Optional Toppings
- Extra whipped cream.
- Banana slices.
- Caramel drizzle.
- Chocolate curls.
- Crushed toffee candy.
- Chopped roasted pecans.
- Flaky sea salt.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Use vanilla wafers instead of graham crackers.
- Shortbread cookies work well for a buttery flavor.
- Homemade vanilla pudding can replace instant pudding.
- Greek yogurt can replace half of the whipped topping for a lighter dessert.
- Dairy-free whipped topping and plant-based milk can be used for a dairy-free version.
- Salted caramel sauce may be substituted for dulce de leche.
- Dark chocolate shavings add a richer chocolate flavor.
Equipment Needed
- Large mixing bowl.
- Medium mixing bowl.
- Measuring cups.
- Measuring spoons.
- Rubber spatula.
- Whisk.
- Electric hand mixer (optional).
- Cutting board.
- Sharp knife.
- Spoon.
- Small bowl for melting butter.
- Six 8-ounce dessert glasses or trifle cups.
- Plastic wrap.
- Refrigerator.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cookie Layer
Crush the graham crackers until they resemble coarse crumbs. Stir them together with the melted butter until evenly coated.
The crumbs should feel like damp sand. If they’re too dry, add another teaspoon of melted butter.
Step 2: Make the Vanilla Pudding
Whisk the vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, and vanilla extract together for about 2 minutes until smooth.
Allow the pudding to sit for 5 minutes so it thickens.
The pudding should hold soft peaks when lifted with a spoon.
Using warm milk, which prevents proper thickening.
Step 3: Fold in the Whipped Topping
Gently fold half of the whipped topping into the pudding.
Mix slowly with a rubber spatula to keep the mixture light and fluffy.
Don’t stir aggressively or the pudding may lose its airy texture.
Step 4: Slice the Bananas
Peel and slice the bananas into ¼-inch rounds.
Use ripe bananas that are yellow with just a few brown speckles.
Overripe bananas that become mushy after chilling.
Step 5: Assemble the Trifles
Into each dessert cup, layer in this order.
Graham cracker crumbs.
Vanilla pudding mixture.
Banana slices.
Dulce de leche.
Repeat the layers once more.
Finish with whipped topping.
Top with chocolate shavings, toffee bits, and a drizzle of caramel.
The layers should remain clearly visible through the glass.
Step 6: Chill
Cover each trifle with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
For the best texture, chill for up to 6 hours.
Chilling allows the cookie layer to soften slightly while keeping enough texture for a pleasant bite.
Step 7: Serve
Serve chilled directly from the refrigerator.
Add fresh banana slices just before serving if desired to keep them looking fresh.
Nutrition Facts
Cost To Make This Recipe
Item – Estimated Cost (USD).
Graham crackers – $2.00.
Vanilla pudding mix – $2.50.
Whole milk – $1.25.
Whipped topping – $2.50.
Bananas – $1.80.
Dulce de leche – $3.50.
Toffee bits – $2.25.
Chocolate shavings – $1.20.
Butter & vanilla – $1.00.
Estimated Total Recipe Cost
Approximately $18.00 USD.
Estimated Cost Per Serving
Approximately $3.00 USD per serving.
