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Old-Fashioned Homemade Banana Pudding

Old-Fashioned Homemade Banana Pudding You'll Crave Every Time

Discover the nostalgic delight of Old-Fashioned Homemade Banana Pudding, a Southern dessert that combines creamy custard, vanilla wafers, and ripe bananas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 3/4 cup sugar Brown sugar can give it a richer flavor.
  • 1/4 cup flour Acts as a thickening agent.
  • 1 pinch salt Kosher or sea salt is best.
  • 3 cups milk Non-dairy options like almond milk can be used.
  • 3 large eggs Egg substitutes can be used for vegan variation.
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract Pure extract is preferred.
For the Layers
  • 25 pieces vanilla wafers Graham crackers or Biscoff can be used.
  • 3 large bananas Use ripe bananas for optimal taste.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together ¾ cup sugar, ¼ cup flour, and a pinch of salt over medium heat. Stir for 1-2 minutes until warmed through.
  2. Gradually pour in 3 cups of milk while whisking continuously. Increase heat and cook until thickened and bubbling, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk 3 large eggs. Slowly add a small amount of hot pudding to temper. Return to saucepan and cook for 2 minutes until thick.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of pure vanilla extract. Allow to cool for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. In an ungreased 8-inch baking dish, layer 25 vanilla wafers, half of the bananas, half of the pudding, then repeat the layers.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
  7. Before serving, crush extra vanilla wafers and sprinkle on top for added crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow pudding to chill overnight for best flavor. Add bananas only before serving to avoid browning. Store in airtight container for up to 4 days.

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