Banana Pudding Recipe

This isn't just banana pudding; it's a taste of tradition! This recipe, passed down from my mother, is guaranteed to evoke warm memories and delighted smiles. My dad famously declared it "just like your mother's," and my grandson, Joshua, speaks volumes with his enthusiastic eating! Get ready to experience the creamy, dreamy perfection of homemade banana pudding – a family favorite you'll crave again and again. Easy to follow instructions for a guaranteed delicious result.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 521.2 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Banana Pudding

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How to Make Banana Pudding

  1. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch, salt, and milk. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, gently mash the bananas with a fork.
  5. Layer half of the vanilla wafers in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. Spread half of the mashed bananas over the wafers.
  7. Pour half of the pudding mixture over the bananas.
  8. Repeat layers with remaining wafers, bananas, and pudding.
  9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  10. Before serving, top with whipped cream and crumbled vanilla wafers (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

176g

Fat

29g

Carbs

27g

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