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Banana Vanilla Layered Trifle

This layered dessert features smooth vanilla custard, ripe banana slices, and crushed buttery cookies arranged in a glass trifle. Its soft textures and sweet flavors create a visually appealing and tasty treat with a delicate, creamy finish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups vanilla custard store-bought or homemade
  • 3 medium ripe bananas sliced into thin rounds
  • 1 cup buttery cookies crushed into small pieces
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar optional, for added sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Serving glass or trifle dish
  • Spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Arrange a handful of cookies in the bottom of your glass or trifle dish to create a crunchy base.
  2. Pour a layer of smooth vanilla custard directly over the cookies, spreading gently with a spatula until even and slightly cascading over the edges.
  3. Slice ripe bananas into thin rounds, then arrange a layer over the custard, pressing gently to keep the slices compact and neat.
  4. Sprinkle crushed cookies over the banana layer, adding extra crunch and flavor contrast.
  5. Repeat the layering process—adding more cookies, custard, bananas, and crushed cookies—until the dish is filled to your liking, finishing with a cookie crumb topping.
  6. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the dessert to set with a creamy, soft consistency.
  7. Before serving, optionally sprinkle a little extra crushed cookie on top for added texture and presentation.
  8. Serve chilled, revealing the beautiful layered appearance and enjoying the contrasting textures of silky custard, tender bananas, and crunchy cookies with each spoonful.