Old-Fashioned Homemade Banana Pudding
Old-Fashioned Homemade Banana Pudding made from scratch with creamy vanilla pudding, fresh bananas, and vanilla wafers. A classic Southern dessert perfect for potlucks, holidays, and family gatherings.
Servings: 8
Calories: 224kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 cups milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box vanilla wafers about 8 oz.
- 4 bananas sliced
Instructions
- Make the pudding: In a saucepan, whisk together the sugar, flour, and salt. Slowly whisk in the milk and cook over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low and cook for 2 additional minutes, then remove from heat.
- Temper the eggs: Whisk the eggs in a small bowl. Slowly whisk a small amount of the hot pudding mixture into the eggs. Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and return to heat. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for about 2 minutes.
- Finish the pudding: Stir in the vanilla extract and remove from heat. Cool for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Layer: Arrange about 25 vanilla wafers in the bottom of an ungreased 8-inch square dish. Top with half of the sliced bananas.
- Assemble: Pour half of the homemade vanilla pudding over the bananas and wafers. Repeat the layers, ending with the remaining pudding.
- Chill: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, allowing the pudding to set and the vanilla wafers to soften.
- Serve: Before serving, crush the remaining vanilla wafers over the top. Serve cold with fresh banana slices, if desired.
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Notes
- Use ripe bananas with a few brown spots for the best flavor.
- Classic Nilla Wafers give the best flavor and texture.
- Let the pudding thicken fully before assembling.
- Chill overnight for the best texture and flavor.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freezing is not recommended.
Nutrition
Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 136mg | Potassium: 381mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 287IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 127mg | Iron: 1mg
