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Patti Labelle Banana Pudding

A creamy and rich banana pudding that brings joy to any gathering with its delightful layers of bananas, vanilla wafers, and luscious pudding.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 ripe bananas sliced
  • 1 box vanilla wafers
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, flour, and salt.
  2. Slowly pour in the whole milk while whisking.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously for about 5 to 10 minutes until it thickens and bubbles.
  4. In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks and gradually add a few spoonfuls of the hot mixture to temper the yolks.
  5. Return everything to heat and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  7. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer half of the vanilla wafers, half of the banana slices, and half of the pudding mixture. Repeat the layers.
  8. In a separate bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form and spread over the top layer.
  9. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Serve chilled and garnish with extra banana slices or vanilla wafers for presentation.