Description
Southern banana pudding is a nostalgic dessert that features layers of creamy vanilla custard, ripe bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafers. This indulgent treat is perfect for any gathering, evoking warmth and comfort with every bite. Easy to make and versatile, you can customize it with your favorite toppings. Whether served chilled at a picnic or as a comforting family dessert, this classic will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup vanilla wafers
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk the instant pudding mix with cold milk for about 2 minutes until thickened.
- Slice the bananas into quarter-inch rounds.
- In another bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding mixture until well combined.
- In a trifle dish or large bowl, layer vanilla wafers, banana slices, and the creamy mixture until ingredients are used up.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg