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Classic Southern Banana Pudding

This nostalgic dessert encapsulates the warmth of southern hospitality, featuring creamy layers of ripe bananas and crunchy vanilla wafers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the pudding
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk Use full-fat for creamier texture.
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups heavy cream Chill before whipping.
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use high-quality for best flavor.
For layering
  • 4 ripe bananas Choose fully ripe for best sweetness.
  • 1 box vanilla wafers Consider flavored wafers for a twist.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, cold water, and instant vanilla pudding mix. Whisk until smooth and refrigerate for about 5 minutes until it thickens.
  2. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding mixture until fully combined, creating a smooth and fluffy texture.
Assembly
  1. In a large serving dish, start layering the vanilla wafers, followed by sliced bananas and the pudding mixture. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of pudding on top.
  2. Chill your banana pudding in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 22g

Notes

Store covered in the refrigerator for best flavor. Consume within 3-4 days for optimal freshness. Avoid freezing.

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