Description
A classic dessert featuring layers of creamy vanilla pudding, ripe bananas, and vanilla wafers, topped with whipped cream.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4–5 medium ripe but firm bananas, sliced
- 1 box (about 11 oz) vanilla wafer cookies
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, flour, and salt until evenly combined. Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and no dry lumps remain.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook, whisking frequently, until the mixture becomes hot and begins to thicken. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly pour about 1 cup of the hot milk mixture into the yolks while whisking constantly. Gradually pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan, whisking continuously. Continue cooking over medium-low heat until the custard thickens and reaches at least 160°F, stirring constantly. Bring it to a gentle bubble and cook for about 1 minute.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the butter and vanilla extract until the butter melts and the pudding becomes smooth and glossy. If the custard has small lumps, pass it through a fine-mesh strainer.
- In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the cold heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until medium-stiff peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Choose a deep serving dish or a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Arrange a layer of vanilla wafers across the bottom. Add a layer of sliced bananas, followed by a generous layer of warm pudding. Repeat the layers until all the ingredients are used, finishing with pudding on top.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Before serving, spread the whipped cream evenly over the chilled pudding.
Notes
- For best results, chill the pudding overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
- Reserve a few vanilla wafers for garnish if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop and Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 150mg