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Homemade Banana Pudding

Irresistibly Creamy Homemade Banana Pudding for All Occasions

Enjoy this nostalgic Homemade Banana Pudding, a comforting Southern delight that's perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 32 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Substitute with brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 1/3 cup Flour All-purpose flour ensures a smooth texture.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 3 cups Milk Use non-dairy options if needed.
  • 3 whole Eggs Crucial for thickening.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for classic taste.
For the Layers
  • 8 oz Vanilla Wafers Can swap with graham crackers.
  • 4 whole Bananas Fresh, ripe bananas (sliced).

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • 8-inch square pan
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together the sugar, flour, and salt in a medium saucepan.
  2. Gradually whisk in the milk while heating on medium until thick and bubbly.
  3. Lower heat and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Whisk beaten eggs with a cup of hot pudding mixture to temper the eggs.
  5. Return the tempered egg mixture to the pudding base, cooking on low until gentle boil.
  6. Stir in vanilla, then let cool for 15 minutes.
  7. Layer 25 vanilla wafers, half the bananas, and half the pudding in a square pan.
  8. Repeat layers and finish with pudding.
  9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  10. Before serving, crush remaining wafers and sprinkle on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Cool pudding sufficiently before layering. Add banana slices right before serving to prevent browning.

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