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Old Fashioned Banana Pudding with Nilla Wafers

A comforting dessert that combines rich, creamy pudding with layers of soft bananas and crunchy Nilla Wafers.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 ripe bananas sliced
  • 1 box Nilla Wafers

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • 9x9 inch baking dish or trifle dish

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, flour, and salt.
  2. Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly until it thickens and bubbles, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks, then slowly add a few spoonfuls of the hot pudding mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly.
  5. Pour the tempered yolk mixture back into the saucepan and continue cooking for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly until thickened.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  7. In a baking dish, layer Nilla Wafers, banana slices, and the pudding. Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with pudding on top.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Notes

Serve as a delightful dessert at potlucks, barbecues, or family dinners.