Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 box of vanilla wafers (11 oz)
- 2 cups of heavy cream
- 1 can of sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
- 1 package of instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz)
- 3 cups of cold milk
- 4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup of caramel sauce
Special equipment needed:
- Trifle dish or large glass bowl
- Electric mixer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth. Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
2. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding mixture until well combined.
4. In the trifle dish, layer the vanilla wafers on the bottom.
5. Add a layer of sliced bananas on top of the wafers.
6. Pour a layer of the pudding mixture over the bananas.
7. Repeat the layers until you reach the top of the trifle dish, ending with a layer of pudding mixture.
8. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the top of the pudding mixture.
9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 0 minutes
- Total time: 2 hours and 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Serving size:
- 12 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 385
- Total fat: 22g
- Saturated fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 230mg
- Total carbohydrates: 43g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 31g
- Protein: 6g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Vanilla wafers can be substituted with graham crackers or shortbread cookies.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with whipped topping or whipped coconut cream.
- Sweetened condensed milk can be substituted with unsweetened condensed milk or evaporated milk.
- Instant vanilla pudding mix can be substituted with instant banana pudding mix.
Variations:
- Add a layer of sliced strawberries or blueberries for a fruity twist.
- Use chocolate pudding mix instead of vanilla pudding mix for a chocolate banana trifle.
- Substitute the caramel sauce with chocolate sauce or butterscotch sauce.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to let the pudding mixture sit for 5 minutes to thicken before adding the whipped cream.
- Use a piping bag to add the pudding mixture to the trifle dish for a neater presentation.
- For a more decadent dessert, add a layer of chocolate chips or chopped nuts between the layers.
Storage instructions:
- Cover and refrigerate any leftovers for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- This recipe is best served cold and does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Garnish with additional sliced bananas or whipped cream on top.
- Serve in individual glasses for a more elegant presentation.
Garnishes:
- Whipped cream
- Sliced bananas
- Chocolate chips
- Chopped nuts
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Milk
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Mixed greens salad
- Grilled peaches
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pudding mixture is too thin, add more whipped cream to thicken it up.
- If the trifle dish is too small, make mini trifles in individual glasses.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours before serving to prevent any bacterial growth.
Food history:
- Trifles originated in England in the 16th century and were traditionally made with layers of sponge cake, custard, and fruit.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet
- Creamy
- Banana
- Caramel
Serving suggestions:
- Serve chilled in a trifle dish or individual glasses.
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