Mamaw Smith’s Banana Pudding Recipe
Indulge in a nostalgic treat with Mamaw Smith’s Banana Pudding, a creamy, dreamy dessert crafted with layers of velvety vanilla pudding, fresh ripe bananas, and fluffy whipped cream, all lovingly nestled between crunchy vanilla wafers. Each spoonful transports you to a warm kitchen filled with the sweet aroma of homemade goodness, making it the perfect sweet ending to any meal.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Pudding Base
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk until smooth and bring to a gentle boil.
- 2
- 3
Thicken the Pudding
Continue to cook the pudding, stirring constantly, until it thickens (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract.
- 4
Layer the Pudding
In a large serving dish, layer the vanilla wafers, sliced bananas, and pudding mixture. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with pudding on top.
- 5
Top with Whipped Cream
Spread the whipped cream over the top layer of pudding and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.