When I took my first bite of Peggy’s Pineapple Pudding, I knew I had to have the recipe. It was on a dessert bar that Peggy and her family hosted to bring awareness to a missions trip that her daughter and husband will be taking part in soon. For me, this Pineapple Pudding was love at first bite.
I’ve known Peggy for quite a while. She is an incredibly sweet woman who attends church with us. Peggy is married to an amazing guy and is a mom to two beautiful girls and grandmother to two handsome boys. And she’s a great cook.
Peggy’s Honey Bun Cake is the best I’ve ever tasted. It’s so moist and delicious. I was over-the-moon happy when she baked a Honey Bun Cake for my family last Sunday. It was so delicious. I had to send the leftovers (not much) home with my daughter or I would have eaten it all.
But, today, it’s all about Peggy’s creamy and scrumptious Pineapple Pudding. This pudding is amazing! It’s kinda like banana pudding but totally different in taste. Because, well, pineapple! And if you’re a pineapple lover like me, you have to try this recipe.
Peggy’s Pineapple Pudding
Drain the pineapple chunks well, reserving the juice. Combine the pineapple juice with three packs of vanilla instant pudding. Stir until well combined.
Then add one cup of milk, stirring until thoroughly combined.
Fold in sour cream and whipped topping.
Gently fold in the pineapple chunks.
In a 9×13 baking pan, add a single layer of vanilla wafers. Add a layer of pudding.
Repeat, then add another layer of vanilla wafers on top. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
This is a great dessert to serve at your next family gathering or dinner party. Pineapple Pudding could also be served in individual parfait glasses.
Will both boxes of vanilla wafers be used?
When I make pineapple pudding, I make it in a 9×13 baking pan and I use about one and a half boxes of vanilla wafers.
Do I have to use a 9×13 pan?
No. My mom always made banana pudding in a big bowl. You can also make it in a trifle dish. You can even make these in parfait glasses if you’re serving a crowd. It takes a lot longer but it sure is pretty.
What about crushed pineapple instead of pineapple chunks?
Yes, you can certainly use crushed pineapple if you don’t like the bigger chunks. Just be sure to drain it very well and reserve the juice.
Pineapple Pudding
Pineapple Pudding is a layered dessert featuring crispy vanilla wafers and creamy pineapple pudding. This dessert is light, refreshing and is perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (20 oz. each) pineapple chunks, well drained, (reserve juice)
- 1-1/2 cups sour cream
- 3 boxes instant vanilla pudding (3.4 oz. each)
- 1 cup milk
- 16 oz. whipped topping
- 2 boxes vanilla wafers
Instructions
- Drain the pineapple chunks well, reserving the juice.
- Mix the juice with the 3 boxes of vanilla pudding. Add milk and stir until well combined. Fold in sour cream and whipped topping until well combined. Gently stir in the pineapple chunks.
- In a 9x13 pan, add a layer of vanilla wafers. Top with a layer of pineapple pudding mixture. Repeat layers. Add a layer of wafers on top.
- Refrigerate for an hour before serving.
Nutrition Information
Yield
12Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 229Total Fat 17gSaturated Fat 12gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 3gCholesterol 19mgSodium 71mgCarbohydrates 18gFiber 0gSugar 15gProtein 2g
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51 comments
I have definitely never had anything like this, but I am totally making some. It sounds out of this world delicious.
Pineapple pudding….I’ve never heard of that! It sounds so delicious! A great treat for Springtime. Peggy is a blessing to share her recipe!
I need to give this a taste for sure. I love pineapples, so I imagine I’d enjoy this pudding. It looks like an amazing dessert.
So not a banana pudding but a pineapple pudding…this is different. I hate bananas but I love pineapple. I will have to try this version out
This sounds delicious……do you have the recipe for the honeybun cake?
Not yet, but I’m going to get it. I will definitely share it here.
Using the store box pudding makes this really simple and fast to throw together. Be a quick treat to make last minute.
I grew up eating Pineapple Pudding my momma would make. I’ve never come across a recipe for it until now. It’s a little different from what she used but will have to try it.
Let me know how you like it. It’s one of my favorite desserts.
I totally get that! It’s hard to find a recipe that matches mom’s. I’m sure the version you’re looking at will still be delicious, though—it’s fun to try new takes on old favorites!
Oh this sounds like such a a fun dessert. I think those flavors sound amazing and the pudding itself is pretty with those cookies.
This looks so yummy! The best thing is that there’s only a few steps and ingredients needed to make the recipe. I’ll try it next time. 🙂 It’s a great dessert to share with the family.
This looks so yummy. I’ve never had pineapple pudding before. Looking forward to giving this a try.
Oh my this is so mouthwatering i love pineapple. I have to try this pudding i love how its creamy i am so craving for this i want it so badly.
This delicious dessert reminds me of one my grandmother used to make decades ago. It was beloved by the whole family. Thank you so much for this fabulous recipe. It’s like a beautiful walk down memory lane.
Now this pineapple pudding sounds delicious! I love pineapple everything, I need to try this ASAP!!
I never thought I would ever say this but this pineapple pudding looks so sexy. I want it all for myself. Sounds and looks awesomely amazing
All of these looks delicious but I would love to try the tiramisu parfait. I am checking the recipe now, thanks for the link.
I love pineapple flavor! I would love this pudding for my afternoon snack. Looks amazingly delicious!
I thought it was banana pudding at first. I’ve never had pineapple pudding before. I bet it is as delicious as it looks.
My aunt Florence used to make a pudding like this and we loved it. She added maraschino cherries to the bottom layer of vanilla wafers. Yummy!
I love pineapple, and this sounds refreshing and tasty. I haven’t had a dessert like this before, but it would be fun to make, and I’m sure the kids would love it.
Oh, I’ve never had Pineapple pudding. This sounds delicious. Just thinking about it makes me thing of spring and summer! Such happy thoughts.
I love Pudding – and I love Pineapples! I can not wait to try this! I will probably use crushed pineapple instead of chunk, Since I already have that on hand.
Is there an actual recipe for this that I am missing? Would love to print for when I’m ready to make it. What size can of pineapple chunks? How much sour cream? Regular container of whipped topping?
As a child growing up, we always had banana pudding. Though I like it, I have never liked the bananas after they are mushy are turning dark. But this pineapple pudding, believe me when I say, you will never make banana pudding again. This is so yummy. I use Pepperidge Farms Chessman cookies instead of vanilla wafers. This recipe is hands down, a keeper. Tha k you so much for sharing. I will be trying the tiramisu parfaits also😊.
As a child, we always had banana pudding. Though I like it, I have never liked the bananas after they are mushy and turning dark. But this pineapple pudding, believe me when I say, you will never make banana pudding again. This is so yummy. I use Pepperidge Farms Chessman cookies instead of vanilla wafers. This recipe is hands down, a keeper. Thank you so much for sharing. I will be trying the tiramisu parfaits also😊.
Thanks for your sweet comment! I’m with you! The Pineapple pudding is so much better than banana pudding. I’m going to use the Chessman cookies next time – sounds amazing!
Delicious treat! I did substitute 3 cups whipping cream & then whipped it to equal the 16 oz container of Cool Whip. It was a hit with a dozen people out of a dozen people!
I have a recipe where I need instant pineapple pudding mix I cannot find one would this recipe (for the pineapple pudding) work as instant pineapple pudding?
Thank You, God Bless
I’m not really sure. This pineapple has a chunky texture and instant pudding has a smooth texture.
You could use half pineapple juice and part milk with vanilla to make it pineapple pudding. Putting
I plan to make the pineapple pudding for Easter. I am wondering did you use kool whip, Whipping cream (that u used a mixer to thicken, or something like boxed cream that you use with milk? I have never commented on this site.
You use the frozen whipped topping (like cool whip). Just thaw before using.
Talk about! I made this tonight and only licked the bowl of the pudding, it was the best! Can’t wait to taste the finished product tomorrow. Split the recipe to give to a yankee transplant who I know will love it.
I love the banana pudding so I know i will enjoy the pineapple.
I made it for dinner last night for friends. So simple to make. I used a big bowl, because that’s how our mothers made banana pudding. Delicious!
So glad you like it! Yes, my mother made it in a large bowl as well. Great memories!!
I made the pineapple pudding for my son’s birthday because I wore my family out on cakes years ago, everyone loved it…It was a hit.
So glad you loved it!!
Can you use this pudding as a filling for a 2 layered cake?
I’ve never done it but I don’t know why you couldn’t. If you try it, let me know how it goes.
My fiance has been talking about his grandma and how she used to make a pineapple pudding. None of them knew the recipe so they weren’t sure how to duplicate it. I’m praying this is just like his grandma’s. I just made it. Will update after trying. I know licking the mixture of the spoon was amazing! I’m excited to try it and even more excited for him to try it! Thanks for the recipe!
You’re welcome. Hope you liked it!
My update, it turned out very close to his mamaws. So stoked! Made my day!Give it a try it’s great. I used a strainer and spoon to squish liquid out of the pineapple into a bowl. Made it way easier if you prefer crushed pineapple..A new favorite around here already. Thanks!
So glad you love it. It’s one of our favorites too! Great tip!
Omg I thought pineapple upside-down cake was my favorite, until I made this! It was absolutely amazing! Only difference was I used tidbits instead of chunks. We can get enough!
So glad you like it. It’s one of my favorite desserts.
Peggy’s Pineapple Pudding sounds absolutely delightful! The combination of pineapple and vanilla wafers is perfect for a light, refreshing dessert. Can’t wait to try this at my next gathering!
Using a whipped cropping like cool whip was not ideal. The flavor/taste of it was very off putting. Will definitely try again with fresh whipped cream and fresh pineapples
I use my store brand whipped topping. It doesn’t have that fake aftertaste. If you make fresh whipped cream, the texture and stability will change. Make sure you make a homemade stabilized whipped cream. It will hold it’s shape better.