Kentucky Banana Pudding 🍌🍪
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Kentucky Banana Pudding, a luscious dessert featuring layers of creamy pudding, sweet bananas, and a comforting cookie crust. This recipe promises a quick and easy preparation, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings in under 30 minutes!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 640.9
- Fat: 23.3g
- Saturated Fat: 10.1g
- Cholesterol: 74.1mg
- Sodium: 271.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 100.5g
- Fiber: 2.7g
- Sugar: 40.9g
- Protein: 9.8g
Ingredients:
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 egg
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3-4 ripe bananas
- Cookies of your choice (enough to cover the bottom of your dish)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, cornstarch, egg, evaporated milk, and half-and-half cream. Mix together well, cooking on low until the mixture is thickened. Remove from heat and add vanilla extract. Mix well. |
| 2 | Arrange a layer of cookies on the bottom of a large bowl or casserole dish. |
| 3 | Pour the pudding mixture over the cookies, ensuring an even distribution. |
| 4 | Top the pudding with a layer of sliced bananas, covering the surface. |
| 5 | Refrigerate the pudding until chilled, ideally serving it within a few hours to prevent the bananas from turning dark. |
Serving Suggestions:
This Kentucky Banana Pudding is best enjoyed chilled, straight from the refrigerator. Serve it as a delightful dessert after a hearty meal or as a sweet treat during gatherings and celebrations. The creamy texture combined with the subtle sweetness of bananas and the comforting crunch of cookies will surely impress your guests and leave them craving for more!
Tips:
- For a twist, try using different types of cookies for the crust, such as vanilla wafers or graham crackers, to add unique flavors and textures.
- To enhance the presentation, consider garnishing the top of the pudding with a sprinkle of crushed cookies or a drizzle of chocolate syrup.
- Make sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture. They should be firm yet ripe enough to slice easily.
- If you prefer a lighter version, you can use low-fat or non-dairy milk alternatives in place of the evaporated milk and cream. However, keep in mind that this may alter the richness and creaminess of the pudding.
Enjoy your Kentucky Banana Pudding adventure! 🥄🍌
