Old Fashioned Banana Pudding Recipe

Relive your childhood with this nostalgic Old Fashioned Banana Pudding! Layers of creamy vanilla pudding, sweet bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafers create a dessert that's almost too good to be true. This easy recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Get ready for a taste of pure comfort!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 58 mins
Calories 484.8 kcal
Protein 22g
Rating 3.1 (22 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Old Fashioned Banana Pudding

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How to Make Old Fashioned Banana Pudding

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the flour and salt.
  2. Gradually whisk in the milk and egg yolks. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens to a custard-like consistency (about 7-8 minutes). Remove from heat.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Layer 1/3 of the sliced bananas in the bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish.
  5. Pour 1/3 of the pudding mixture over the bananas.
  6. Layer 1/3 of the vanilla wafers over the pudding.
  7. Repeat layers: bananas, pudding, wafers.
  8. Repeat layers one more time, ending with a layer of pudding. Tuck remaining vanilla wafers around the edges of the pudding.
  9. In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
  10. Gradually add the sugar, continuing to beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  11. Spread the meringue evenly over the top of the pudding, sealing it to the edges of the casserole dish.
  12. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 25 minutes, or until the meringue is lightly golden brown.
  13. Let cool for 30 minutes before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

161g

Fat

32g

Carbs

25g