In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and ice-cold water until well combined.

Add the instant vanilla pudding mix and whisk until smooth and fully dissolved.

Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for 3–4 hours until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.

Step 2: Whip the Cream

In a separate bowl, pour in the heavy whipping cream.

Using an electric mixer, beat the cream until stiff peaks form. The cream should be thick, fluffy, and hold its shape.

Step 3: Combine the Mixture

Remove the chilled pudding mixture from the refrigerator.

Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding mixture using a spatula.

Mix slowly until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy with no white streaks remaining.

Step 4: Assemble the Layers

Spread a thin layer of the pudding mixture on the bottom of an 8×12-inch dish.

Add a layer of vanilla wafers.

Place a layer of banana slices over the wafers.

Spread another layer of the pudding cream over the bananas.

Repeat the layers again: wafers → bananas → cream.

Finish with a generous final layer of pudding cream on top.

Step 5: Chill the Dessert

Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator.

Let the pudding chill for 7–12 hours. This step is very important because it allows the wafers to soften and absorb the creamy pudding.

Step 6: Garnish and Serve

Just before serving, top the pudding with:

• Fresh banana slices
• Crushed vanilla wafers

Scoop into bowls and enjoy this creamy, dreamy dessert.

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