Banana pudding is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. It is a delicious combination of creamy custard, ripe bananas, and vanilla wafers. Here is a simple recipe that will show you how to make banana pudding from scratch.
Ingredients:
- 4 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (5 oz) package of vanilla wafers
- Whipped cream (optional)
Directions:
- Peel and slice the bananas and set them aside.
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add the milk and egg yolks, stirring constantly until well combined.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Layer the vanilla wafers and banana slices in the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Pour the custard over the wafers and bananas, spreading it evenly.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the pudding is set and the wafers are softened.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream, if desired.
Enjoy your homemade banana pudding! This recipe can be adjusted to your liking, such as using vanilla pudding mix instead of making custard from scratch, or adding a layer of vanilla wafer crumbs on top for added texture. This is a great dessert for any occasion and perfect for a summer treat.