Banana Pudding
Classic creamy dessert layered with bananas and vanilla wafers.
Equipment
- saucepan
- mixing bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 bananas sliced
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 box vanilla wafers
- 1 cup whipped cream optional
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
- In a bowl, beat eggs lightly.
- Slowly add a small amount of hot mixture to the eggs to temper them.
- Return the egg mixture to the saucepan and cook for a few minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract.
- Let the pudding cool slightly.
- Slice bananas evenly.
- Layer vanilla wafers, bananas, and pudding in a dish.
- Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Top with whipped cream if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Chilling enhances flavor and texture.