Description
A rich, layered dessert with sliced bananas, homemade custard, and fluffy whipped cream. Crunchy vanilla wafers and aromatic vanilla create a nostalgic, creamy classic perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
6 large ripe bananas, sliced
18–20 vanilla wafers
1 cup (236ml) heavy cream
1 can (12oz/340ml) evaporated milk
3⁄4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
1⁄4 cup (30g) cream of wheat or 2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, mix evaporated milk, heavy cream, cream of wheat (or cornstarch), and sugar. Cook over medium heat until thickened.
Whisk egg yolks until smooth. Gradually add 1/2 cup of the warm custard mixture to temper the yolks, then fold into the saucepan.
Continue cooking until custard coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, and cool.
In a large bowl, layer banana slices and wafers. Pour custard over the top, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Before serving, fold cooled whipped cream into the custard. Layer additional bananas, wafers, and custard. Chill for 45 minutes before serving cold.
Notes
Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness.
Non-dairy milk or coconut milk can replace evaporated milk for a lactose-free option.
Chill custard thoroughly before adding whipped cream to prevent it from melting.
Store leftover pudding in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 layered serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg