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Easy Recipe For Banana Pudding

This homemade banana pudding is a nostalgic treat with creamy texture, sweet banana flavor, and a hint of vanilla.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 ripe bananas sliced
  • 1 cup whipped cream or Cool Whip
  • 1 box vanilla wafers

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9x9-inch baking dish or serving bowl

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  2. Gradually whisk in the whole milk until well combined.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook while stirring constantly.
  4. Continue to cook until the mixture starts to bubble and thickens, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. In a serving dish, layer the vanilla wafers, followed by a layer of the pudding, then sliced bananas.
  7. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used up.
  8. Spread the whipped cream over the top layer.
  9. Cover the pudding and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.