Step 1

Make the instant pudding according to the pudding mixture instructions and set it aside in the refrigerator.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, mix the whipped topping and cream cheese and set aside.

Step 3

Line the bottom and sides of a 9×13 baking pan with Nilla Wafer cookies.

Step 4

Add a layer of banana slices over the Nilla Wafers.

Step 5

Using a small spatula, spread the vanilla pudding evenly over the bananas.

Step 6

Add a layer of the whipped topping and cream cheese mixture over the layer of pudding.

Step 7

Sprinkle the ¼ cup of crumbled cookies all over the top layer of whipped cream.

Step 8

Allow the banana pudding to chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy!