Ingredients for Grandma's Banana Pudding
- 4-5 ripe bananas, sliced
- All Purpose Flour
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, for meringue
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Eggs
- 3 cups whole milk
- Vanilla Wafers
- Vanilla Extract
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How to Make Grandma's Banana Pudding
- In a heavy saucepan, whisk together the 1/4 cup flour, 1 cup sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the 4 large egg yolks.
- Gradually whisk the 3 cups of milk into the egg yolks, ensuring a smooth mixture.
- Pour the egg yolk and milk mixture into the dry ingredients, whisking constantly.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle simmer. It should coat the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat and stir in 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
- Layer one-third of the vanilla wafers in a 3-quart baking dish.
- Arrange one-third of the sliced bananas over the wafers.
- Pour one-third of the warm custard over the bananas.
- Repeat layers twice more, ending with a custard layer.
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat the 4 egg whites until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Spread the meringue evenly over the top of the custard, sealing the edges to the dish to prevent browning.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
95g
Fat
10g
Carbs
14g
