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Old-Fashioned Homemade Banana Pudding:

Old-Fashioned Homemade Banana Pudding for Cozy Nostalgic Evenings

Enjoy a delightful Old-Fashioned Homemade Banana Pudding, a nostalgic dessert layered with pudding, bananas, and vanilla wafers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 1 box vanilla pudding mix Essential for the creamy consistency
  • 2 cups whole milk Can use almond milk for dairy-free option
  • 1/2 cup sugar Adjust based on taste
  • 3 large eggs Optional if using custard base
For the Layers
  • 3 ripe bananas Use spotty bananas for maximum sweetness
  • 1 box vanilla wafers Consider gluten-free varieties
Optional Extras
  • 1 cup whipped cream For topping before serving
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice To prevent bananas from browning

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large glass dish
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the pudding mix and milk over medium heat. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens, approximately 5-10 minutes.
  2. Peel and slice 3 ripe bananas into round pieces, drizzle with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  3. Layer the dessert in a large glass dish starting with vanilla wafers, followed by warm pudding, then banana slices. Repeat the layers.
  4. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  5. Before serving, stir gently and top with whipped cream and additional banana slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This pudding is a nostalgic treat perfect for family gatherings. Substitute ingredients as preferred for a customized dessert.

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