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How To Make An Old Fashioned Banana Pudding
Faiza Shabir

Old-Fashioned Banana Pudding Recipe

This old-fashioned banana pudding is rich, creamy, and layered with sweet bananas, vanilla wafers, and smooth custard. It’s a classic Southern dessert that tastes just like grandma used to make. Perfect for family gatherings or anytime you want a comforting treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 ripe bananas sliced
  • 1 box vanilla wafers
  • Whipped cream or meringue for topping

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan whisk together sugar flour and salt
  2. Gradually add milk and cook over medium heat stirring constantly until thick
  3. In a bowl whisk egg yolks then slowly add some hot mixture to temper them
  4. Pour egg mixture back into saucepan and cook until smooth and creamy
  5. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract
  6. In a dish layer vanilla wafers banana slices and custard
  7. Repeat layers ending with custard on top
  8. Add whipped cream or meringue as topping
  9. Chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving

Notes

Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness
Stir the custard continuously to avoid lumps
Chill longer for a thicker texture
Best served cold for classic taste

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