Description
If you are wondering exactly how these two worlds collide, imagine a trifle-style dessert that prioritizes texture and visual appeal. This Red Velvet Banana Pudding recipe is a layered dessert that replaces some of the traditional vanilla elements with cubes of moist, crimson cake. It is a decadent mashup that offers a sophisticated twist on a backyard barbecue staple.
Ingredients
Scale
Red Velvet Layer:
- 1 box red velvet cake mix (or homemade)
- Ingredients listed on the box (eggs, oil, water)
Pudding Layer:
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 package vanilla instant pudding mix
Cream Layer:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2–3 tbsp powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Assembly:
- 3–4 ripe bananas (sliced)
- Vanilla wafers or biscuits
- Optional: white chocolate chips or cream cheese drizzle
Instructions
1. Bake the Red Velvet Cake
- Prepare and bake the cake according to instructions.
- Let it cool completely, then cut into cubes.
2. Make the Pudding
- Whisk milk and pudding mix until smooth.
- Chill for 5–10 minutes until thickened.
3. Whip the Cream
- Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
4. Assemble the Layers
In a dish or cups:
- Red velvet cake cubes
- Banana slices
- Vanilla wafers
- Pudding
- Whipped cream
- Repeat layers until full.
5. Chill
- Refrigerate for 2–4 hours for best flavor.
Notes
This rich and creamy treat is the perfect mix of chocolatey red velvet and sweet bananas—comforting, indulgent, and made to share 🍓🍌
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: ~320 kcal
Keywords: Red velvet banana trifle, Southern banana pudding with cake, creamy red velvet dessert, banana pudding fusion recipe