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Delicious bowl of Grandma’s Southern banana pudding topped with whipped cream and bananas.

Grandma's Southern Banana Pudding

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A nostalgic Southern dessert featuring layers of creamy pudding, fresh bananas, and buttery vanilla wafers, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pudding Mixture
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 4 tablespoons self-rising flour
  • 2 pieces eggs
  • 4 cups milk, divided Use 2 cups in the pudding and save 2 cups for blending later.
  • 1 cup salted butter, melted Equates to 2 sticks.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Banana Layer and Assembly
  • 5 to 6 bananas Ripe bananas for the best sweetness.
  • 1 (15 or 16 ounce) box or bag of vanilla wafers

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, mix together sugar, flour, eggs, and 2 cups of milk until the mixture is smooth.
  2. Incorporate another 2 cups of milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, whisking until fully blended.
  3. Cook this mixture on medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens (approximately 15-20 minutes).
  4. Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and allow it to rest for about 10 minutes.
Assembly
  1. Line a 9x13 baking dish with vanilla wafers. Arrange some of them upright along the edges for a charming touch, then layer sliced bananas on top.
  2. Pour the prepared pudding over the banana and wafer layers, ensuring everything is evenly covered.
  3. Finally, cover the top with additional sliced bananas and either whole or crushed vanilla wafers.
  4. For the best outcome, allow it to sit at room temperature for up to an hour or refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours (or overnight) before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30g

Notes

To store, keep the pudding in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap. Best consumed within 2 to 3 days. For a thicker pudding, cook a bit longer while stirring constantly. You can also use vanilla bean paste for a more intense flavor.
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