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    Banana Pudding

    Published: May 14, 2022 by Kristin 5 Comments

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    This homemade, from scratch Banana Pudding recipe makes the creamiest and most flavorful banana pudding around! Layered with bananas and vanilla wafer cookies, this Southern dessert recipe is hands down the best banana pudding.

    banana pudding made entirely from scratch and served with crushed vanilla wafers and banana slices on top

    An Incredible Homemade Southern Banana Pudding

    My mom used to make a version of this pudding when I was younger. I remember loving it and eating it up as fast as I could. Since getting married, I had forgotten about it, and therefore, never made it myself.

    My hubby had mentioned a few times banana pudding was a favorite of his, so I decided to attempt to make it and see if I could make it as tasty as moms was!

    The pudding is made from scratch, no boxed mixes needed, which was nice, because I ended up having all the necessary ingredients just laying around the house.

    This was the perfect refreshing dessert to enjoy on a hot evening.

    What makes this banana pudding the BEST?

    Honestly? The flavor is INCREDIBLE! Creamy, flavorful, and downright amazing! This pudding is a Southern classic recipe and after one bite, you’ll understand why. The texture is spot on, just the right consistency. With layers of sweet vanilla wafers, fresh banana slices, and this pudding in every bite, you can’t go wrong. Plus, using only a few simple ingredients, you may never want to go back to the days of pudding mix! Make this ahead of time and allow to chill overnight so the flavors can all fuse together! Yum!

    homemade banana pudding with vanilla wafers and sliced bananas

    Ingredients Needed for this Southern Banana Pudding

    Sugar

    Flour

    Salt

    Milk

    Eggs

    Vanilla Extract

    Vanilla Wafers

    Bananas

    Layers of vanilla wafers, sliced bananas, and homemade vanilla pudding combined into a dish that is sure to be a hit with all! You can make this in an 8×8 baking pan or serve it in mini glass dishes for individual servings!

    You can make this ahead of any gathering you have and its best when allowed to chill overnight! From start to finish, this can be ready to chill in less than 20 minutes! Doesn’t get easier than that, right?!

    crushed vanilla wafers and banana slices over homemade banana pudding

    How to prepare

    In a saucepan, mix the sugar, flour, and salt.
    Whisk in the milk and cook over medium heat.
    Allow to cook until thickened and bubbly.
    Reduce heat to low and cook an additional 2 minutes.
    Remove from heat.
    In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs.
    Add in a small amount of the hot mixture to the eggs and mix.
    Add egg mixture to hot mixture and return to heat.
    Heat until a gentle boil starts, cook for about 2 minutes.
    Add in vanilla and remove from heat.
    Allow to cool for about 15 minutes, stirring every few minutes.
    In an ungreased 8-inch square pan, layer about 25 vanillas wafers on bottom, followed by half of the banana slices.
    Pour half the pudding mixture on top. Follow layers one more time, ending with pudding layer.
    Cover dish with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator. Allow to chill for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight.
    Prior to serving, crush remaining wafers on top of pudding. Serve cold!
    refreshing pudding on a plate

    Tips for the perfect banana pudding

    Don’t rush the thickening process! Trust me on this one, I have burned many of batches trying to cut time and I ended up having to start over due to burning/scorching the milk. Go slow, it will be well worth it, I promise!

    Make sure you add a little of the warm mixture to the eggs prior to adding eggs in. You don’t want to deal with scrambled eggs in this pudding. You want this step, so it brings the temperature up slowly.

    Allow the pudding mixture to chill overnight if possible. Yes, you can serve after only a few hours, but by allowing to sit overnight, the flavors really fuse together, and the vanilla wafers soften up a bit for the perfect consistency in every bite.

    Don’t add fresh slices of banana until just ready to serve. Although this step is optional, be sure to add just before as no one likes the look of brown banana slices on this, right?!

    How to serve this homemade pudding

    Just before serving, crush additional vanilla wafers on top and place fresh banana slices on top!

    You can simply scoop this into bowls using a spoon, or you can slice a piece and serve using a spatula. For a fun variation, make these in small glass dishes, such a mini trifle bowl or parfait dish.

    How to store this banana pudding

    This needs to be stored in your refrigerator, covered by plastic wrap or a lid. This will last in your refrigerator for up to 3 days. Unfortunately, this pudding does not freeze well, and the consistency won’t be one enjoyed once frozen. Try to enjoy this fresh or within a few days for best results.

    Other tasty banana recipes to check out:

    Banana Pudding Poke Cake

    Incredible Banana Coffee Cake

    Banana Bread

    No Bake Banana Pudding Cheesecake

    Cinnamon Crumble Banana Bread

    banana pudding made entirely from scratch and served with crushed vanilla wafers and banana slices on top
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    5 from 4 votes

    Banana Pudding

    This Banana Pudding is made from scratch, packed with flavor, and a perfect dessert to enjoy year round! Layers of Vanilla Wafers, banana slices, and vanilla pudding...what's not to love??
    Prep Time20 mins
    Chill Time4 hrs
    Total Time4 hrs 20 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Keyword: banana pudding, homemade banana pudding, southern pudding
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 221kcal
    Author: The Cookin' Chicks

    Equipment

    • Sauce Pan
    • Mixing Bowls
    • 8x8 baking pan

    Ingredients

    • 3/4 cup sugar
    • 1/4 cup flour
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 3 cups milk
    • 3 eggs
    • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 box Vanilla wafers *about 8 oz.
    • 4 bananas, sliced

    Instructions

    • In a saucepan, mix the sugar, flour, and salt.
    • Whisk in the milk and cook over medium heat.
    • Allow to cook until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low and cook an additional 2 minutes.
    • Remove from heat.
    • In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs.
    • Add in a small amount of the hot mixture to the eggs and mix.
    • Add egg mixture to hot mixture and return to heat. Heat until a gentle boil starts, cook for about 2 minutes.
    • Add in vanilla and remove from heat. Allow to cool for about 15 minutes, stirring every few minutes.
    • In an ungreased 8 inch square pan, layer about 25 vanillas wafers on bottom, followed by half of the banana slices.
    • Pour half the pudding mixture on top. Follow layers one more time, ending with pudding layer.
    • Cover dish with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator. Allow to chill for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight.
    • Prior to serving, crush remaining wafers on top of pudding. Serve cold!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 221kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 377mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 275IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 126mg | Iron: 1mg
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