🍌 Creamy Sweet Banana Pudding
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🍌 Creamy Sweet Banana Pudding
Smooth, rich, and luxuriously creamy, this classic banana pudding is layered with fresh bananas and silky vanilla custard. It’s the ultimate comfort dessert—simple, nostalgic, and absolutely irresistible.
⏱️ Prep & Cook Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Chilling Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: ~2 hours 30 minutes
- Servings: 6–8
📝 Ingredients
For the Pudding
- 2 cups full-fat milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For Layering
- 3–4 ripe bananas (sliced)
- 1½ cups vanilla wafers or plain biscuits (optional but classic)
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Caramel drizzle
- Crushed wafers
- Cinnamon or nutmeg (light sprinkle)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Custard Base
In a medium saucepan (off heat), whisk together:
- Milk
- Sugar
- Cornstarch
- Egg yolks
- Salt
Whisk until completely smooth with no lumps.
Step 2: Cook the Pudding
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly with a whisk or spatula.
- After 5–7 minutes, the mixture will begin to thicken.
- Once it reaches a smooth, pudding-like consistency, remove from heat.
Step 3: Add Flavor & Richness
Immediately stir in:
- Butter
- Vanilla extract
Mix until fully melted and glossy.
Let the pudding cool for 5–10 minutes (warm, not hot).
Step 4: Fold in Cream
Whip the heavy cream separately until soft peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the warm pudding to create an ultra-creamy texture.
Step 5: Assemble the Layers
In a glass dish or individual cups:
- Add a layer of vanilla wafers
- Add banana slices
- Spoon over pudding
Repeat layers until ingredients are used, finishing with pudding on top.
Step 6: Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
This allows flavors to blend and the pudding to fully set.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve chilled
- Top with whipped cream and crushed wafers
- Drizzle caramel or honey for extra indulgence
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness
✔ Lightly brush bananas with lemon juice to prevent browning
✔ For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon to the pudding
🔄 Variations
- Eggless: Replace egg yolks with 1 extra tbsp cornstarch
- No-Bake: Use instant vanilla pudding + whipped cream
- Healthier: Use low-fat milk and reduce sugar slightly
