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                In a large bowl, whisk vanilla instant pudding mix thoroughly with cold milk for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened. Refrigerate for 5 minutes to set.
              
              
              
                02 - 
                With a spatula, gently fold whipped cream into the pudding base, mixing until homogenous and airy without overworking.
              
              
              
                03 - 
                Spoon a portion of pudding mixture into the base of a trifle dish or individual serving cups.
              
              
              
                04 - 
                Layer sliced bananas and strawberries over the pudding, then evenly sprinkle with crushed vanilla wafers.
              
              
              
                05 - 
                Continue layering pudding, fruit, and cookies, concluding with a generous pudding layer.
              
              
              
                06 - 
                Top the final pudding layer with strawberry crunch topping. Garnish with additional banana and strawberry slices if desired.
              
              
              
                07 - 
                Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 60 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve cold.