Instructions:
- In a large bowl, add the banana cream mix and the milk, whisk until combined, and then continue to mix until it starts to thicken, about 1 minute.
- Fold in 1 container of whipped topping.
- Set aside.
- Place 1/4th of the graham crackers into the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish. You may need to break some of the graham crackers up to fit.
- Add ⅓ of the pudding mixture on top and smooth it out. Repeat 2 more times.
- Add the last of the graham crackers on top, you will have a couple of small pieces left over, but that’s okay, keep them for garnish if desired.
- Smooth out the remaining container of whipped topping so none of the graham crackers are exposed.
- Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for at least 6 hours, or even best overnight.
- Top with some of the crushed leftover graham crackers and fresh banana slices if desired, slice and serve.
Notes:
- To Store: Keep your icebox cake in the fridge for up to 4 days covered with plastic wrap.
- To Freeze: This icebox cake freezes well for up to 3 months. It’s also delicious served slightly frozen.
Tips:
- This cake needs to sit for at least 6 hours so the pudding mixture can set and the graham crackers can absorb the pudding/whipped topping and become soft.
- For easy slicing, run a sharp knife under hot water and dry it off completely. The metal will retain the heat and allow it to glide easily through the layers.
- Make sure your bananas are ripe bananas for the garnish. Otherwise, the slices will be too firm and not sweet enough to match the dessert.
- An offset spatula is a perfect tool for smoothing each layer into the pan.