Azoresgal~Life on an Island

This banana pudding recipe is super easy to make and is always a crowd pleaser.  It's rich, creamy, and indulgent. The combination of  condensed milk, pudding, whipped cream, bananas and vanilla wafers makes it a delicious dessert.  Did I mention it is also no-bake?? I love making it for our summer parties and get-togethers! Ingredients 1  can  Sweetened Condensed Milk 1 1/2 cups cold water 1  package instant vanilla pudding mix 3 cups whipping cream, whipped  vanilla wafers ( I used mini Maria cookies) 3 medium bananas,  thinly sliced ( I use about 7 ) Caramel topping (optional) Directions In large bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk and water. Add pudding mix; beat until well blended. Chill 10 minutes. Fold in whipped cream.  Into a trifle dish or other clear container, spoon in enough of the pudding mixture to cover the bottom. Top with a layer of vanilla wafers and a layer of banana slices and then cover with a ...

Easy, crunchy, and oh-so-chocolatey!This recipe is an all time favorite for kids (adults too), perfect for  birthday parties, or for those moments you want something sweet! Made from simple cupboard ingredients, and in case you were wondering, no meat, it's just meant to look like a salame! Oh and even better no baking required. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups roughly chopped dark chocolate 1/2 cup granulated sugar 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 tablespoons brewed coffee 2 tablespoons cocoa powder 2 cups roughly chopped Maria biscuits/ cookies 1/2 cup roughly chopped pistachios 1/2 cup roughly chopped walnuts 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar *string/twine if you wish to tie them Directions Put the chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl and heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth, about 3 minutes. In another medium bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and butter with an electric han...