Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Old-Fashioned Homemade Banana Pudding. Made from scratch with creamy vanilla pudding, ripe bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafers, this classic Southern dessert is perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or holidays. A crowd-pleasing treat that's rich, nostalgic, and utterly delicious.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 cups milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 box (approximately 8 ounces) vanilla wafers
- 3–4 ripe bananas, sliced
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, flour, and salt. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble.
- Reduce heat to low and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
- In a small bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Gradually add ½ cup of the hot milk mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly.
- Pour the tempered eggs back into the saucepan, whisking continuously.
- Return the saucepan to medium heat and cook until the mixture gently boils, stirring constantly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let cool for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In an 8-inch square baking dish, layer approximately 25 vanilla wafers on the bottom.
- Add a layer of sliced bananas over the wafers.
- Pour half of the pudding over the bananas, spreading evenly.
- Repeat layers with remaining wafers, bananas, and pudding.
- Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top with crushed vanilla wafers for added texture.
Notes
- For extra indulgence, add whipped cream or a baked meringue topping.
- To prevent bananas from browning, toss slices in lemon juice before layering.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stove-Top and Assembly
- Cuisine: Southern
