A decadent tray of layered Banana Lush dessert featuring creamy banana‑pudding filling between graham cracker sheets, topped with crushed crumbs, showcasing a luscious Banana Pudding Lush perfect as a No Bake Banana Cream Dessert or Banana Lasagna for a crowd.

Imagine all the dreamy flavors of No Bake Banana Cream Pies without the hassle of baking a crust—and you’ve got Banana Lasagna on your hands. This Banana Lush layers honey‑kissed graham cracker sheets, a velvety cream cheese‑pudding filling, and perfectly ripe banana slices. It feels fancy, yet assembly takes mere minutes. The hardest part? Letting it chill so everything melds into a luscious, spoon‑worthy delight.

Growing up, banana desserts rarely stole the spotlight in my family—unless they were slathered in butter and turned into banana bread. But this Banana Pudding Lush won everyone over instantly. The creamy vanilla‑pudding layer, light as marshmallow fluff, pairs flawlessly with sweet bananas and crunchy graham crackers. Plus, it’s a crown‑jewel of Jello Desserts For A Crowd: no oven, no stress, and big on “wow!”

What Makes a Lush So Irresistible?

A Banana Lush Dessert—sometimes called a no‑bake dessert lasagna—builds flavor through layers. First, you press down graham cracker sheets (twice!), then blanket them in a whipped pudding mixture, top with bananas, and repeat. Finally, you finish with a fluffy whipped topping and a sprinkle of crushed crackers. It’s like an icebox cake’s cooler, more tropical cousin. Who wouldn’t want more?

The Seven‑Ingredient Magic

This No Bake Banana Cream Dessert needs just seven staples:

Graham Cracker Sheets for that crispy base (and extra crushed on top).
Instant Vanilla Pudding & Milk beaten until thick—pick banana pudding if you’re feeling extra bold!
Cream Cheese at room temperature for richness.
Sweetened Condensed Milk to sweet‑talk the filling.
Cool Whip (or homemade whipped cream) for airy lightness.
Bananas, thinly sliced—no mush allowed.
Optional Garnish: extra crackers, banana slices, or a drizzle of caramel.

Bold Tip: Use full‑fat milk—not skim—to ensure the pudding layer sets firmly.

Step‑By‑Step Assembly

Layer One: Arrange graham sheets in a 9×13 pan.
Filling: Beat pudding mix, milk, cream cheese, and condensed milk until smooth; fold in Cool Whip.
Banana Layer: Fan banana slices over the filling.
Repeat: Add a second graham layer, more filling, and more bananas.
Top Coat: Finish with a final dollop of whipped topping and crushed crackers.
Chill: Refrigerate at least 4 hours (overnight is pure bliss).

Cool Tips & Flavor Twists

Swap grahams for Nilla wafers or shortbread if you crave a cookie‑centric spin.

Make a chocolate version with chocolate pudding and cocoa-tinged crackers.
Stir in chopped walnuts or sweetened coconut flakes for extra texture.
Halve the recipe for a cozier crowd; use an 8×8 dish instead.

Bold Tip: Don’t skimp on chill time—less than 4 hours and your grahams stay stubbornly crunchy.

Perfect for Any Occasion

This lush is your go‑to for summer barbecues, potlucks, or holidays when the oven’s already on overload. It ranks right up there with Cold Banana Desserts—cool, refreshing, and crowd‑pleasing. Leftovers last up to 2 days in the fridge, but heads‑up: bananas will release moisture and soften the layers over time.

Ready to dive into the ultimate banana‑cream dream? This 12 Tomatoes No Bake Banana Cream Pie spin‑off makes feeding a crowd utterly effortless. Whether you call it Banana Lush, Banana Lasagna, or Banana Pudding Lush, one bite and you’ll be hooked on this no‑bake wonder. Give it a whirl and watch it disappear!