Description
This Nutter Butter Trifle is a delightful, no-bake layered dessert combining creamy banana pudding, crunchy Nutter Butter cookies, fresh bananas, and a luscious peanut butter drizzle. Perfect for gatherings, it offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors in a visually stunning trifle bowl.
Ingredients
For the Pudding Mixture
- 2 ½ cups whole milk (cold)
- 5.1-ounce box instant banana cream pudding
- 8-ounce container whipped topping (thawed, divided in half)
For the Layers
- 32 Nutter Butter brand cookies (16-ounce package), plus 3-4 additional cookies for garnish
- 3½-4 cups fresh banana slices (from 3-4 large ripe bananas, peeled and sliced into approximately ¼-inch thick pieces)
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter (just barely warmed to drizzle)
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together cold whole milk and the instant banana cream pudding mix for about 3 minutes, or until the mixture thickens. Gently fold in half (4 ounces) of the thawed whipped topping to create a smooth, creamy pudding base. Set aside.
- Layer the first cookie and banana base: In a standard 3-quart trifle bowl, arrange 9-10 Nutter Butter cookies in a single layer. Then, add a single layer of fresh banana slices evenly over the cookies.
- Add the first pudding layer: Pour half of the banana pudding mixture over the banana layer. Carefully spread it out to form an even layer, avoiding the edges to keep visible layers of cookies and bananas along the sides of the bowl.
- Repeat the layering: Repeat the process by adding another layer of 9-10 Nutter Butter cookies followed by banana slices. Top with the remaining banana pudding mixture, then finish with a final layer of cookies and banana slices. Spread the remaining 4 ounces of whipped topping on top.
- Chill the trifle: Lightly cover the trifle bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight. The longer the trifle chills, the softer the cookies become, enhancing the texture.
- Garnish and serve: Just before serving, crumble the additional 3-4 Nutter Butter cookies over the top layer. Warm the peanut butter gently in the microwave for 15-30 seconds until smooth and drizzle it evenly over the crumbled cookies. Serve portions with a large spoon and enjoy.
Notes
- For best results, use ripe bananas for optimal sweetness and flavor.
- You can prepare the trifle up to one day in advance to allow flavors to meld.
- If preferred, substitute creamy peanut butter with natural peanut butter for a less sweet version.
- Ensure the whipped topping is fully thawed before folding into the pudding mixture.
- Refrigeration softens the cookies; if you prefer more crunch, serve sooner after assembling.
