Banana Caramel Crunch Parfait
A delightful dessert featuring creamy textures and crunchy layers, topped with sweet caramel.
Ingredients
For the creamy filling
- 2 cups vanilla pudding
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
For layering
- 2 large bananas, sliced Use ripe bananas for best flavor.
- 2 cups honey granola or crunchy oat clusters Consider using different types of granola or a mix of crunchy toppings.
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce Drizzle extra caramel sauce generously over each parfait.
- to taste extra whipped cream for topping
- to taste crushed vanilla wafers (optional)
- to taste chopped pecans (optional) Adding chopped pecans can enhance the overall flavor.
- to taste sea salt flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
- Fold in the vanilla pudding and whipped topping until you achieve a light and silky texture.
Layering
- In serving glasses or dessert cups, add a layer of the creamy filling.
- Top with banana slices and a generous sprinkle of granola for crunch.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the layers.
- Repeat the layers until the cups are full, finishing with whipped cream on top.
- Drizzle extra caramel sauce generously over each parfait and sprinkle with more granola, crushed vanilla wafers, or chopped pecans.
- Chill the Banana Caramel Crunch Parfaits for 20–30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator. Best consumed within a couple of days. Keep granola separate to avoid sogginess.