Classic Banana Pudding Recipe

Time45m

Serves8

whipped cream, vanilla wafer

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Bananas
Peel the ripe bananas and mash them in a bowl until smooth. Set aside.
2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar and all-purpose flour.
3
Combine with Milk
Slowly add the milk to the dry mixture in the saucepan, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
4
Cook the Mixture
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil.
5
Add Eggs
In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Gradually add a small amount of the hot mixture to the eggs, whisking quickly to temper them. Then pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan.
6
Finalize the Pudding
Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.

7
Layer the Ingredients
In a large serving dish, layer the bottom with vanilla wafers, followed by a layer of the banana pudding, and then a layer of whipped cream.
8
Repeat Layers
Continue layering with remaining wafers, pudding, and whipped cream until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
9
Garnish
Slice the additional banana and place on top of the whipped cream for garnish.
10
Chill
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.