Description
Classic banana pudding meets rice krispies treats in this Southern-inspired dessert. Creamy pudding and crunchy cereal combine for a nostalgic sweet that satisfies dessert cravings with irresistible charm.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- 4 tbsp (60 ml) butter
- 1 package (3.4 oz or 96 g) banana pudding mix
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/2 cup (60 g) crushed vanilla wafers
Instructions
- Gently melt butter in a spacious saucepan over low heat, ensuring smooth liquefaction without browning.
- Gradually incorporate mini marshmallows, stirring continuously until they transform into a silky, uniform mixture.
- Whisk in banana pudding mix and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly to create a creamy, fragrant base.
- Immediately remove the pot from heat and swiftly fold in Rice Krispies cereal and crushed vanilla wafers, ensuring even distribution.
- Transfer the mixture to a prepared 9×13-inch pan, using a spatula or greased hands to evenly press and compact the contents.
- Allow the dessert to rest and solidify at room temperature for approximately 30-45 minutes until firm.
- Once set, slice into uniform squares using a sharp knife, creating clean, precise cuts.
- Serve and savor the delightful combination of crunchy cereal, creamy pudding, and nostalgic vanilla wafer notes.
Notes
- Swap out regular marshmallows for vegan marshmallows to make this dessert plant-based friendly.
- Crush vanilla wafers extra fine for a smoother texture that blends seamlessly into the Rice Krispies mixture.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free Rice Krispies and check that the pudding mix is gluten-free certified.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top to enhance the banana and vanilla flavors, creating a delightful sweet-salty contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 267
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg