1. Prepare the whipped cream – In a large bowl, beat the chilled heavy whipping cream, 1 tablespoon of the instant vanilla pudding mix, and confectioners’ sugar until stiff peaks form. Set aside.

2. Make the pudding – In another large bowl, whisk together the remaining pudding mix, chilled evaporated milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Let sit for about 5 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the sour cream.

3. Layer the dessert – In a trifle bowl (or a 9×13-inch baking dish, see note below), layer as follows:

   • Half of the crushed vanilla wafers and half of the sliced bananas

   • One-third of the pudding mixture

   • Half of the sliced strawberries and half of the strawberry topping

   • Another third of the pudding

   • Remaining wafers and bananas

   • Remaining pudding

4. Finish with whipped cream and garnish – Spread (or pipe) the reserved whipped cream over the top. Add the remaining strawberries and strawberry topping. Garnish with crushed cookie crumbs and serve immediately.

Alternative for 9×13‑inch dish: Start with a layer of vanilla wafers, then bananas, pudding, strawberries and syrup, and a final spread of whipped cream. Optionally decorate with additional wafers on top.