Best Ever Banana Pudding
Creamy, sweet banana pudding layered with vanilla wafers and fresh bananas, topped with fluffy meringue. This classic dessert combines rich custard with fresh fruit, making it perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers. Its smooth texture and delightful flavors appeal to all ages.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Separate the eggs into yolks and whites.
- Place the egg yolks in a saucepan with sugar and evaporated milk.
- Fill half a can of water and pour into the mixture.
- Bring the mixture to a rapid boil, stirring constantly.
- Boil until thick and creamy.
- Add vanilla extract and remove from heat.
- Slice the bananas.
- Layer vanilla wafers in a serving dish and add a layer of sliced bananas.
- Repeat the layers once, then pour the cooked sauce over the layered wafers and bananas.
- Place the egg whites in a bowl.
- Add 2 tablespoons of sugar and beat until fluffy.
- Spread the whipped egg whites over the pudding.
- Refrigerate until cool before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).