Description
This Southern Banana Pudding is a classic, comforting dessert featuring layers of vanilla wafers, fresh banana slices, and rich homemade vanilla pudding. With a smooth, creamy texture and the perfect balance of sweet and nostalgic flavors, this from-scratch banana pudding is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pudding:
- 4 cups milk
- 8 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 dash salt
- 4 egg yolks, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Assembly:
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 box vanilla wafers
Instructions
1. Make the Vanilla Pudding:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- Gradually add milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
- Cook until the mixture thickens, about 8–10 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Slowly temper the beaten egg yolks by adding a small amount of hot pudding while whisking.
- Return the tempered egg mixture to the saucepan and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring continuously.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
2. Assemble the Banana Pudding:
- In a 9×9-inch dish or individual serving cups, layer vanilla wafers on the bottom.
- Add a layer of banana slices on top of the wafers.
- Pour a layer of warm vanilla pudding over the bananas.
- Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a pudding layer on top.
3. Chill & Serve:
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream or crushed vanilla wafers for extra texture!
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use half-and-half instead of milk.
- Make it extra special by adding a meringue topping and broiling until golden brown.
- Best served within 24 hours, as bananas may darken over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- chill time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Southern Classic
- Method: Stovetop, Chilled
- Cuisine: Southern, American
