Old-fashioned and traditional Southern Banana Pudding is a classic and very popular dessert originating from the southern United States. It’s incredibly comforting and an iconic dish often associated with family gatherings, potlucks, and traditional Southern cuisine. Southern Banana Pudding typically consists of layers of vanilla-flavored pudding, sliced ripe bananas, and vanilla wafer cookies. This wonderful delicacy is often topped with a layer of whipped cream or meringue. For extra taste and appearance, you can drizzle caramel sauce on top before serving or sprinkle a little cinnamon and enjoy the perfect combination of flavors that go together very pleasantly.
Recipe
Ingredients in this recipe
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 box (about 11 ounces) vanilla wafers
- 4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup thick whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Step-by-step instructions
- In a medium saucepan, first combine the sugar, flour, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks and gradually add them to the loose mixture while constantly whisking. Be careful not to form lumps.
- After beating the egg yolks, gradually add and beat the milk until the mixture is smooth.
- Place the pot with the smooth mixture over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens. This should take about 10 minutes.
- When the mixture thickens, remove the pot from the stove and stir in the vanilla extract. Then let the pudding cool a little.
- In a large trifle dish or individual serving glasses, layer vanilla wafers, sliced bananas, and the prepared pudding. Repeat the layers, ending with a layer of pudding on top.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Spread whipped cream on the top layer of the custard and, if necessary, decorate with additional banana slices or crushed vanilla wafers according to your taste.
- Put the finished banana pudding in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours so that the flavors combine and the Southern Banana Pudding is well chilled. If you have the space, let it cool overnight, preferably.
- Serve chilled and enjoy this delicious homemade Southern Banana Pudding. For extra great flavors, you can drizzle caramel sauce on top or sprinkle with a little cinnamon before serving.
Indulge in this old-fashioned and ageless dessert, a symphony of wonderful flavors that perfectly complements moments of relaxation with family and old friends. Southern Banana Pudding is usually assembled in a large bowl or individual serving bowls, creating a visually appealing layered presentation. It is then chilled to combine the flavors and served cold. Here, I definitely recommend letting the dessert cool ideally overnight and not just for a few hours. Known for its comforting, nostalgic flavors, Southern Banana Pudding is a staple at many Southern gatherings and celebrations. So, when was the last time you enjoyed this amazing dessert and with whom?
