Description
This Classic Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers is a creamy and delicious dessert that combines layers of banana, pudding, and crunchy wafers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 box (12 oz) vanilla wafers
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups milk
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, flour, and salt.
- Gradually whisk in milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens.
- In a bowl, mix a small amount of the hot mixture with the beaten eggs, then return it to the saucepan.
- Cook for an additional 2 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- In a 9×13 inch dish, layer vanilla wafers, sliced bananas, and pudding. Repeat layers.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for better flavor.
- Let the pudding chill for a smoother texture.
- Garnish with whipped cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Banana Pudding, Vanilla Wafers, Classic Dessert