Southern Banana Pudding Delight
This Southern Banana Pudding Delight offers a modern twist on the classic dessert, featuring layers of creamy vanilla custard, ripe bananas, and homemade vanilla wafer crumbs, all perfectly balanced with a hint of caramel.
Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 12 minutesServes: 8
Ingredients
2 cups whole milk
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 ripe bananas, sliced
2 cups homemade vanilla wafer crumbs
1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, flour, and salt over medium heat until smooth.
2. Cook while stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and whisk in egg yolks one at a time.
4. Return to heat and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and butter until fully incorporated.
6. In a trifle bowl, layer a third of the vanilla wafer crumbs, followed by sliced bananas and a third of the custard mixture.
7. Repeat layering twice more, finishing with a layer of custard on top.
8. Drizzle with caramel sauce and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating
To reheat, serve cold or allow to come to room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.
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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.
