Homemade Banana Pudding
I bet you'll be converted to a Banana Pudding lover after you try this homemade version. This recipe does, of course, contain some processed ingredients, such as sugar and corn starch, but it is made from scratch and does not include any artificial ingredients (as long as you make your cookies or buy the organic ones).
Servings 8
Ingredients
For the pudding
- 4 cups milk
- ⅔ cup sugar
- ¼ cup corn starch
- 2 eggs beaten
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For whipped cream
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar granulated or confectioners
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
For pudding
- Whisk together the pudding ingredients in a wide-bottomed saucepot over medium heat. Whisk frequently and when the mixture begins to bubble up, turn the heat down to medium-low. Keep stirring until the sauce thickens, 10 to 15 minutes. It's very important to continue whisking frequently so the eggs don't curdle!
For whipped cream
- Use electric beaters or a whisk to whip the cream, sugar, and vanilla together until peaks form. Set aside.
For assembly
- In jars or a trifle dish layer the cookies, bananas, and then the pudding; top with whipped cream (and cookie crumbles for garnish, if desired); and refrigerate for at least one hour or up to 24 hours before serving.
Notes
- If you make homemade vanilla wafers you will need to make approximately one and a half recipes.
- The pictured glasses are large and contain two servings each.
- We recommend organic ingredients when feasible.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Homemade Banana Pudding
Amount Per Serving
Calories 391
Calories from Fat 225
% Daily Value*
Fat 25g38%
Saturated Fat 15g94%
Cholesterol 122mg41%
Sodium 113mg5%
Potassium 315mg9%
Carbohydrates 38g13%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 30g33%
Protein 7g14%
Vitamin A 1019IU20%
Vitamin C 3mg4%
Calcium 175mg18%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.