Original ‘nilla Banana Pudding Recipe
Description: This Original ‘nilla Banana Pudding recipe, courtesy of Nabisco, is touted as the best and only banana pudding you should make! It’s a delightful dessert that combines creamy custard, sweet bananas, and vanilla wafers to create a classic treat that’s sure to please everyone.
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 1 pudding
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Sugar | 3/4 cup |
| Flour | 1/3 cup |
| Salt | 1 pinch |
| Eggs | 3 |
| Milk | 2 cups |
| Vanilla Extract | 1/2 tsp |
| Bananas | 4 |
| Vanilla Wafers | 45 |
Instructions:
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Prepare Custard: In the top of a double boiler, mix 1/2 cup of sugar, flour, and salt. Blend in 3 egg yolks and milk. Cook uncovered over boiling water for 10 to 12 minutes or until thickened, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
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Layer Ingredients: Reserve 10 vanilla wafers for garnish. Spread a small amount of custard on the bottom of a 1-1/2-quart baking dish, then cover it with layers of 1/3 each of the remaining wafers and sliced bananas. Pour about 1/3 of the remaining custard over the bananas. Continue to layer wafers, bananas, and custard to make a total of 3 layers, ending with custard.
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Prepare Meringue: In a separate bowl, beat egg whites on high speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup sugar, beating until stiff but not dry.
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Bake: Spoon the meringue over the custard, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface and sealing well to the edge. Bake at 350°F for 15 to 20 minutes or until lightly browned.
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Chill and Garnish: Cool the pudding slightly or refrigerate it for several hours until chilled. Just before serving, top it with the reserved wafers and garnish with additional banana slices if desired.
This indulgent dessert is perfect for any occasion and is sure to become a family favorite! Enjoy the creamy goodness of the custard, the sweetness of the bananas, and the crunch of the vanilla wafers in every delightful bite. 🍌🍨
