Description
The Layered Banana Peanut Butter Trifle is a decadent no-bake dessert featuring layers of bananas, creamy peanut butter, fluffy whipped cream, and a buttery graham cracker base. This visually appealing treat is packed with nostalgic flavor and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
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- 3–4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping
- 8 oz cream cheese (optional, softened)
- 1 package vanilla pudding mix or 2 cups homemade custard
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed digestive biscuits)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: crushed graham crackers or cocoa powder for garnish
Instructions
- Mix crushed graham crackers with melted butter and press into the bottom of a trifle dish. Chill to set.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese (if using), powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of whipped cream.
- In a separate bowl, mix peanut butter with 1/2 cup whipped topping to soften its texture.
- Layer the trifle: Start with the graham cracker crust, followed by the cream mixture, then banana slices, and then the peanut butter mixture. Add a layer of vanilla pudding or custard.
- Repeat the layers until the dish is full, finishing with a layer of bananas and a topping of whipped cream.
- Garnish with crushed graham crackers or a dusting of cocoa powder.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Toss banana slices in lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Cream cheese adds richness and stability but is optional.
- Use homemade whipped cream for a fresher taste.
- Layer in jars or cups for individual servings.
- Serve directly from the refrigerator for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg