Description
Old-Fashioned Homemade Banana Pudding is a creamy, comforting dessert made with real pudding, fresh bananas, and classic vanilla wafer layers. It’s easy, nostalgic, and perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium ripe bananas, sliced
- 3 cups whole milk
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box vanilla wafer cookies (11 oz)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, whisk milk, sugar, and flour over medium heat until thickened.
- Temper egg yolks with hot milk mixture, return to pan, and cook until creamy. Stir in butter and vanilla.
- Layer cookies, bananas, and warm pudding in a dish. Repeat layers, ending with pudding.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Best served within 48 hours
- Do not freeze
- Use ripe but firm bananas for best texture
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins +Chill Time: 4 hours