Banana Pudding Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pudding Base
Layering
Method
Pudding Preparation
- 1
Make the Pudding Base
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the whole milk, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt over medium heat. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken (approximately 5-7 minutes).
- 2
- 3
Finish the Pudding
Continue to cook the pudding for an additional 2-3 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and unsalted butter until fully melted and combined.
- 4
Cool the Pudding
Transfer the pudding to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap (pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming), and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Layering the Banana Pudding
- 5
Prepare the Bananas
While the pudding is cooling, slice the ripe bananas into thin rounds.
- 6
Layer Ingredients
In a trifle dish or individual serving cups, start by layering vanilla wafers at the bottom, followed by a layer of banana slices, then a layer of the cooled pudding. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with pudding on top.
- 7
Add Whipped Cream
Top the final layer of pudding with whipped cream and optionally garnish with additional banana slices or crushed vanilla wafers.
- 8
Chill and Serve
Cover the assembled banana pudding with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
