Description
This easy banana pudding recipe is a classic Southern dessert made with layers of vanilla wafers, sliced bananas, and creamy vanilla pudding. Perfect for potlucks or family gatherings, it’s a no-bake treat that’s simple and delicious.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups whole milk
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 30 to 40 vanilla wafer cookies
- 4 to 5 ripe bananas, sliced
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for meringue topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, whisk together 3/4 cup sugar, flour, and salt. Gradually whisk in the milk.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thickened and bubbly.
- Whisk the egg yolks in a separate bowl. Gradually add a small amount of the hot mixture to the yolks to temper them, then return the mixture to the saucepan.
- Cook for 2 more minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a 2-quart baking dish, layer vanilla wafers, banana slices, and pudding. Repeat layers, ending with pudding on top.
- Beat egg whites to soft peaks, then gradually add 3 tablespoons of sugar, beating to stiff peaks.
- Spread meringue over the pudding, making sure to seal the edges.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
- Let cool, then refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- For a shortcut, use instant vanilla pudding instead of homemade.
- Best served chilled after a few hours to let the flavors meld.
- Use just-ripe bananas to avoid mushiness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
