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Old-Fashioned Homemade Banana Pudding


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  • Author: seliane
  • Total Time: 150 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A classic Southern dessert that combines layers of velvety custard, crisp vanilla wafers, and sweet ripe bananas.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 box vanilla wafers
  • 3 ripe bananas


Instructions

  1. Combine milk, sugar, flour, and salt in a saucepan.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
  3. Whisk egg yolks in a separate bowl.
  4. Gradually add some of the hot mixture to the yolks.
  5. Return to the saucepan.
  6. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat, stir in butter and vanilla.
  8. Layer vanilla wafers, sliced bananas, and the pudding mixture in a serving dish.
  9. Repeat layers and end with pudding.
  10. Chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

For a diabetes-friendly option, consider using sugar-free alternatives like stevia or monk fruit.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg