Banana pudding

This homemade banana pudding is a creamy, naturally sweet dessert made with ripe bananas, whole milk, egg yolks, and a simple custard base. The sweetness comes from very ripe bananas instead of added sugar, creating a smooth and comforting pudding with layers of fresh banana slices. It is a simple make-ahead dessert that becomes even better after chilling.

Ingredients

• 2 cup whole milk
• 3 large egg yolks
• 3 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 5 divided ripe bananas
• 3 mashed banana
• 2 layering banana for layering

Instructions

1. Peel all bananas and slice them into even rounds about ½ centimeter thick.
2. Set aside some banana slices for layering. Place the remaining bananas in a bowl and mash them thoroughly until smooth.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine cornstarch, all-purpose flour, and salt. Whisk until evenly mixed
4. Add the egg yolks to the dry ingredients and whisk until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy
5. Pour the whole milk into a medium saucepan and warm it over medium heat. Heat gently until steaming but not boiling.
6. Slowly add about ½ cup of the warm milk into the egg mixture while whisking constantly. This helps warm the eggs gradually.
7. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk
8. Add the mashed bananas and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a whisk or spatula
9. Continue cooking until the pudding thickens, becomes glossy, and coats the back of a spoon.
10. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract
11. For an extra smooth pudding, strain the mixture through a fine strainer if desired.
12. Assemble the pudding by adding a layer of custard, followed by sliced bananas. Continue layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with pudding on top.
13. Cover the surface directly with plastic wrap or parchment paper to prevent a skin from forming.
14. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. For the best flavor and texture, chill overnight

Nutrition

Calories: 176 cal