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Creamy Banana Pudding Recipe with Nilla Wafers and Fresh Whipped Cream

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A nostalgic and comforting homemade banana pudding layered with creamy pudding, fresh bananas, crisp Nilla Wafers, and topped with fresh whipped cream. Perfect for gatherings and easy to make in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups whole milk (480 ml)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 g)
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (40 g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large egg yolks, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (about 28 g)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 3–4 ripe bananas, sliced (about 2 cups)
  • 1 box Nilla Wafers (about 11 oz or 312 g)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml), cold
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (15 g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, flour, and salt until well combined. Slowly add milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Place pan over medium heat.
  2. Stir constantly as mixture heats, scraping sides and bottom with a spatula. After 5-7 minutes, pudding will begin to thicken and become creamy and smooth.
  3. In a small bowl, lightly beat egg yolks. Gradually pour about 1/2 cup (120 ml) of hot pudding mixture into yolks, whisking constantly to temper without scrambling.
  4. Pour yolk mixture back into saucepan, stirring constantly. Cook another 2-3 minutes until pudding thickens further and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract until melted and smooth.
  5. Transfer pudding to a clean bowl, cover with plastic wrap pressed onto surface to prevent skin formation. Chill in refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  6. In a chilled mixing bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Set aside in fridge.
  7. In a 9×9 inch baking dish, layer Nilla Wafers, sliced bananas, and pudding. Repeat layers until pudding or dish space is used, ending with pudding on top.
  8. Spread fresh whipped cream evenly over top layer of pudding. Optionally sprinkle crushed Nilla Wafers or banana slices on top.
  9. Refrigerate assembled pudding for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and wafers to soften slightly.

Notes

Slice bananas just before assembling to prevent browning. Chill bowls and beaters before whipping cream for best results. Use gentle heat and constant stirring to avoid lumps and scorching. For dairy-free, substitute milk and cream with coconut-based alternatives and use dairy-free butter. Pudding thickens as it cools; whisk if too thick before layering.

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