Old Fashioned Banana Pudding is a delightful twist on a classic dessert, combining creamy layers of pudding, sweet bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafers for a treat that takes you back to simpler times. The recipe truly captures the essence of comforting indulgence.
When it comes to the ingredients, feel free to use organic bananas for an extra pop of flavor, and choose a high-quality vanilla extract to enhance that sweet aroma. If you’re looking for alternatives, you could swap out the whipped topping for homemade whipped cream, which is always a treat. Just be mindful of any allergies related to eggs or dairy if you’re serving the to a crowd.
Pudding & Mousse
Old Fashioned Banana Pudding Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 (12 ounce) package vanilla wafers
- 3 large ripe bananas, sliced
- 8 ounces whipped topping
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar, 4 egg yolks, 2 tablespoons flour, and 2 cups milk. Mix well until there are no lumps.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continually until the mixture reaches a boil. Keep stirring for about 2 minutes until it thickens, then remove from heat.
- Add 1 teaspoon vanilla to the thickened mixture and stir to combine. Let it cool slightly while you prepare the layers.
- In a 2-quart dish, layer half of the 12-ounce package of vanilla wafers on the bottom.
- Next, add half of the sliced bananas, making sure they’re evenly distributed.
- Pour half of the pudding mixture over the bananas and wafers, smoothing it out gently.
- Repeat the layering process with the remaining vanilla wafers, bananas, and pudding, finishing with the pudding on top.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together and the pudding to set.
- Before serving, top with 8 ounces of whipped topping for that final creamy finish.
Part of our Homemade Pudding and Mousse Recipes collection — Part 3 of 4: