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Not Your Mama's Banana Pudding Recipe

Published: August 3, 2025 Prep Time: About 30 minutes Cook Time: About 15 minutes Total Time: About 45 minutes Serves: 8 Difficulty: Medium Category: Dessert Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 package vanilla wafers
  • 4 large bananas, sliced
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, separated
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Line bottom of dish with vanilla wafers
  2. Add layer of banana slices
  3. In saucepan, melt butter over medium heat
  4. Add flour and cook for 2 minutes
  5. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly
  6. Add sugar and cook until thickened
  7. Beat egg yolks and add to mixture
  8. Cook for 2 minutes more
  9. Remove from heat and add vanilla
  10. Layer pudding over bananas
  11. Repeat layers
  12. Beat egg whites with powdered sugar
  13. Spread over top
  14. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes

Special Notes

This elevated banana pudding recipe takes the classic dessert to the next level. The key is to cook the pudding until it's thick and creamy. The combination of vanilla wafers and bananas creates the perfect texture. This dessert is perfect for special occasions and can be made ahead of time. For extra flavor, you can add different extracts or spices. The pudding should be completely cool before serving.

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