Banana Pudding: The Best Indulgent Recipe for Homemade Delight
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of homemade banana pudding, a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilled
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 ripe bananas
- 1 box vanilla wafers
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large egg yolks
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Mix well.
- Add milk and heavy cream to the mixture and cook over medium heat until thickened.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks and temper them with the warm mixture.
- Return the mixture to the heat and cook until it’s smooth.
- Add vanilla extract and allow to cool slightly.
- In a serving dish, layer vanilla wafers, banana slices, and pudding.
- Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with pudding on top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a layer of whipped cream on top before serving.
- This dessert can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Banana Pudding, Dessert, Homemade Dessert, Pudding Recipe