Banana Pudding Recipe

Name: Banana Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Pudding; 1 (12-oz.) package vanilla wafers; 5 ripe bananas, sliced; 2 cups milk; 1/2 cup sugar*; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 3 egg yolks; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; Meringue; 3 egg whites; 1/4 cup sugar

Servings: persons

Pudding
1 (12-oz.) package vanilla wafers
5 ripe bananas, sliced
2 cups milk
1/2 cup sugar*
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3 egg yolks
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Meringue
3 egg whites
1/4 cup sugar

1
Prepare Pudding: Preheat oven to 325u00b0. Arrange one-third of vanilla wafers in a medium-size ovenproof bowl (about 2 qt.); cover with one-third of banana slices. Repeat layers twice with remaining vanilla wafers and bananas.
2
Whisk together milk and next 4 ingredients in a heavy saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, 15 minutes or until pudding-like thickness. Remove from heat, and stir in vanilla. Pour over vanilla wafers and bananas in bowl.
3
Prepare Meringue: Beat egg whites at medium speed with an electric mixer until foamy. Gradually add sugar, beating until sugar dissolves and stiff peaks form. Spread meringue over pudding, sealing to edge of bowl.
4
Bake at 325u00b0 for 15 minutes or until golden. Serve immediately, or let cool completely (about 30 minutes), and cover and chill 1 hour before serving.
5
**1/2 cup no-calorie sweetener may be substituted. We tested with Splenda No-calorie Granulated Sweetener. (Do not substitute sweetener in meringue.)

656

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Pudding, 1 (12-oz.) package vanilla wafers, 5 ripe bananas, sliced, 2 cups milk, and more.

Yes, Banana Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Banana Pudding

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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