Chocolate Banana Pudding

Indulge in the creamy, chocolatey decadence of Chocolate Banana Pudding, a luxurious dessert that combines rich chocolate pudding, fresh banana slices, and layers of crunchy Nilla wafers or graham crackers. This easy-to-make recipe begins with a homemade chocolate pudding made from scratch with unsweetened cocoa powder, melted chocolate chips, and a touch of vanilla for deep, velvety flavor. The addition of ripe, sliced bananas brings natural sweetness and a refreshing contrast to the rich chocolate, while the whipped cream topping adds a light, airy finish. Perfectly chilled for a few hours, this no-bake dessert becomes irresistibly layered, making it ideal for parties, family gatherings, or as an elevated weeknight treat. Garnish with chocolate shavings for a stunning visual touch. With only 30 minutes of preparation and cook time, this Chocolate Banana Pudding is a quick yet impressive dessert that will delight everyone at the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Milk
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 3 medium Bananas
• 1 cups Whipped cream
• 2 tablespoons Chocolate shavings (optional)
• 15 pieces Nilla wafers or graham crackers

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.

Step 2

Gradually add milk to the saucepan, whisking constantly to combine and avoid lumps.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it comes to a boil and thickens. This will take about 8-10 minutes.

Step 4

Once thickened, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the chocolate chips until completely melted and smooth.

Step 5

Stir in the vanilla extract, then allow the pudding to cool for 10 minutes.

Step 6

While the pudding cools, slice the bananas into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

Step 7

In serving glasses or a trifle dish, layer the bottom with a few Nilla wafers or graham crackers.

Step 8

Add a layer of banana slices followed by a layer of chocolate pudding.

Step 9

Repeat the layers—wafers, bananas, and chocolate pudding—until the dish is filled, finishing with a pudding layer on top.

Step 10

Chill the pudding in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.

Step 11

Before serving, top each portion with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings, if desired.

Step 12

Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1631.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3958.2

Total Fat 136.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 43.9mg	0%
Sodium 2513.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 679.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.1g	0%
Total Sugars 436.6g
Protein 53.7g	0%

Vitamin D 214.7IU	0%
Calcium 712.5mg	0%
Iron 20.7mg	0%
Potassium 3301.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.6%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 65.3%