Ingredients
1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 c. granulated sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1 c. mashed banana
1 (3.4-oz.) package vanilla instant pudding mix
1/2 c. (1 stick) melted butter
2 large eggs
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
3 c. NILLA Wafers, divided
Preparation
Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well-combined.Step 2In another medium bowl, mix bananas, pudding, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until well-combined. Stir the banana mixture into the flour mixture until just mixed. Step 3Line the bottom of a loaf pan with Nilla wafers. Pour 1/3 of the batter on top of cookies, then cover the batter with another layer of Nilla wafers. Pour another 1/3 of the batter on top, then add another layer of Nilla wafers. Top with the rest of the batter. Crush the remaining Nilla wafers and sprinkle on top.Step 4Bake until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean, 50 to 55 minutes. Allow to cool 10 minutes in pan, then turn out and let cool completely.