Caramel Banana Crunch Layers
This Caramel Banana Crunch Trifle combines luscious layers of rich caramel sauce, ripe banana slices, and crunchy Nutter Butter cookies, creating a dessert that's irresistibly sweet and texturally satisfying. Perfect for gatherings or a special treat at home, this indulgent trifle will have everyone coming back for seconds!
ingredients
- 2 cups caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 12 Nutter Butter cookies, crushed
- 2 cups whipped cream (or cool whip)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: Chocolate shavings for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a medium bowl, mix the whipped cream with vanilla extract and salt until smooth.
- 2.
Begin layering the trifle: start with a layer of caramel sauce at the bottom of a large glass bowl or individual serving cups.
- 3.
Add a layer of sliced bananas over the caramel, followed by a layer of crushed Nutter Butter cookies.
- 4.
Spoon a layer of the vanilla whipped cream over the cookies.
- 5.
Repeat the layers—caramel, bananas, cookies, and whipped cream—until the ingredients are used up, ensuring the top layer is whipped cream.
- 6.
Drizzle additional caramel sauce on top and sprinkle with remaining crushed cookies.
- 7.
Optionally, garnish with chocolate shavings for an extra touch.
- 8.
Chill the trifle in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld together.
