Paula Deen Banana Pudding is a rich mixture of cream cheese, pudding and more. Luscious layers are topped with Chessmen Cookies for a dessert no one can resist.
Place the cookies in a single layer in the bottom of a 9X13 baking pan.
Layer the sliced bananas on top of the cookies in the pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and the milk. Set aside to thicken.
In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese with the sweetened condensed milk until combined and smooth.
Gently fold the thawed Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture with a spatula until no streaks remain. Folding (not beating) keeps it light and fluffy.
Fold the cream cheese and Cool Whip mixture into the thickened pudding until it's one smooth, pale yellow mixture.
Spread this mixture evenly into the pan on top of the sliced bananas.
Then spread a layer of cookies evenly on top.
Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and then it’s ready to serve and enjoy!
Notes
Refrigerate the leftovers, covered for up to 2-3 days. Enjoy before the cookies get too mushy.