Whip the Pudding: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 packages of instant vanilla pudding mix and 3 cups of cold milk for 2 minutes until thickened. Set aside. 🍮
Beat Cream Cheese Mixture: In a separate large bowl, beat 8 oz softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 can sweetened condensed milk on medium-high speed until completely smooth and creamy. 🧀
Combine Cream & Fold: Gently fold the prepared vanilla pudding into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined. Fold in 8 oz of thawed whipped topping until fluffy and smooth. ☁️🥣
Whip Fresh Cream: In a chilled bowl, beat 2 cups cold heavy whipping cream on high speed until stiff peaks form (for decorative piping or topping). 🥛
Layer the Dessert: In a $9 \times 13$-inch dish or glass trifle bowl, lay down a single layer of Nilla wafers across the bottom. Top with a layer of sliced bananas, followed by half of the creamy pudding mixture. Repeat with a second layer of wafers, bananas, and the remaining pudding. 🍌🍪
Decorate & Chill: Spread or pipe the whipped heavy cream over the top layer. Garnish with extra Nilla wafers and crushed cookie crumbs! Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) before serving. Slice or scoop cold and enjoy! 🍽️✨
