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Best Easy Banana Pudding Recipe

Name: Best Easy Banana Pudding Recipe
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 200 g
Ingredients: whole milk 2 cups; heavy cream 1 cup; large eggs 3 pieces; sugar 0.75 cup; cornstarch 3 tbsp; bananas 3 pieces; vanilla wafers 40 pieces; vanilla extract 2 tsp; salt 0.25 tsp

Layered banana pudding with vanilla wafers, fresh bananas, and creamy custard is the quintessential Southern family dessert. This no-bake classic is a potluck legend that always gets scraped clean.

Cook 30 min Difficulty EASY 320 kcal

#classic dessert #no bake #southern #family favorite

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

whole milk 2 cups
heavy cream 1 cup
large eggs 3 pieces
sugar 0.75 cup
cornstarch 3 tbsp
bananas 3 pieces
vanilla wafers 40 pieces

Seasonings/Sauce

vanilla extract 2 tsp
salt 0.25 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 50 g 62%

Protein 6 g 8%

Fat 9 g 25%

Serving size 200g

Cooking steps

1

In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk in the eggs until fully blended.
2

Gradually whisk in the whole milk and place the pan over medium heat. Stir constantly, ensuring the custard thickens but does not boil, for 7–10 minutes.
3

Remove from heat, then stir in vanilla extract and heavy cream. Let the custard cool slightly, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
4

Slice the bananas just before assembly to minimize browning.
5

In a 2-quart dish, layer vanilla wafers, banana slices, and a third of the custard. Repeat the layers twice, ending with custard. Cover and chill at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this Banana Pudding recipe?

The essential ingredients that define the flavor and identity of this banana pudding are fresh bananas for sweetness and aroma, vanilla wafers for texture and classic Southern taste, and homemade creamy custard made with eggs, milk, and sugar as the rich, silky base.

Q. How do I ensure a silky and lump-free pudding custard?

To achieve a silky custard, use medium heat and stir constantly during thickening. This prevents scorching and lumps. Remove from heat as soon as it thickens, and add cream and vanilla after to finish for the smoothest texture.

Q. How can I prevent the pudding from getting soggy?

Slice bananas just before assembling, and layer wafers and bananas evenly. Chill the pudding for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld while wafers soften gradually, but avoid over-soaking to maintain some wafer texture.

Q. How many calories and how much protein does one serving contain?

Each 200g serving contains about 320 kcal, with 6g protein (8% of energy), making it a moderate protein and higher carb dessert. Carbs contribute 62%, and fats provide 25% of total calories.

Best Easy Banana Pudding Recipe

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