Banana Pudding
A creamy, nostalgic Southern dessert made with layers of homemade vanilla custard, sliced bananas, and classic vanilla wafers, chilled to perfection for a soft, sweet finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 40 vanilla wafers
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add milk, whisking until smooth, then stir in egg yolks.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened and bubbling, about 6–8 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and butter until smooth.
- Layer vanilla wafers in the bottom of a serving dish or individual cups. Add banana slices, then spoon over warm pudding. Repeat layers as desired, finishing with pudding on top.
- Press plastic wrap directly on the surface of the pudding. Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with extra banana slices, crushed wafers, or whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm bananas for the best flavor and texture.
- Layer pudding while still warm to help it blend with the wafers and bananas.
- Cover with plastic wrap touching the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
- Let chill overnight for best results.
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