In a large bowl, add cold milk and pudding mix. Whisk for about two minutes until smooth. Let it sit for five minutes. It will become thick and creamy.

In another bowl, add heavy cream, powdered sugar and vanilla. Use a mixer to beat until soft peaks form. The cream should look light and fluffy.

Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding. Do not mix too hard. Keep the mixture light and airy. This step makes the dessert extra creamy.

Crush the golden cookies into small crumbs. Mix them with melted butter and dry strawberry gelatin powder. Stir well until everything is coated and slightly moist.

Peel and slice the bananas into thin rounds. Try to keep them even. This helps the layers look neat and balanced.

Take your serving dish. Add a layer of vanilla wafers at the bottom. Then add a layer of banana slices on top.

Spread a thick layer of pudding mixture over the bananas. Use a spatula to smooth it out evenly.

Repeat the layers again. Add wafers, bananas, and pudding. Build at least two or three layers for best results.

Sprinkle the strawberry crunch mixture on top. Cover the entire surface. This gives the dessert its signature look and taste.

Scatter chopped fresh strawberries on top. This adds freshness and a pop of color.

Cover the dish and place it in the fridge. Let it chill for at least 2 hours. This helps the flavors blend together nicely.