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Old Fashioned Banana Pudding

Old Fashioned Banana Pudding

  • Author: Marcus
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Plant-Based

Description

Old Fashioned Banana Pudding is a comforting and timeless dessert featuring creamy plant-based vanilla custard layered with fresh bananas and crisp plant-based vanilla wafers. Perfectly balanced in texture and sweetness, this pudding is a nostalgic favorite ideal for family dinners and special gatherings, delivering pure joy in every spoonful.

Ingredients

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Custard Ingredients

  • 2 cups plant-based milk
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
  • 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Assembly Ingredients

  • 4–5 fresh bananas, peeled and sliced
  • 1 package plant-based vanilla wafers
  • 1 cup plant-based whipped cream (natural)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vanilla (natural) Custard: Whisk together sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan until fully combined. Add egg yolks and slowly whisk in the plant-based milk, ensuring the mixture is smooth without lumps. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the custard thickens and begins to gently bubble. Remove from heat, then stir in vanilla extract (natural) and the natural gelling agent to set the custard perfectly.
  2. Slice the Bananas: While the custard cools, peel and slice fresh bananas into even rounds to ensure each bite has a balanced sweetness and creamy texture.
  3. Assemble the Layers: In a serving dish or individual jars, spread a thin layer of custard first. Add a layer of plant-based vanilla wafers followed by a layer of sliced bananas. Repeat these layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of custard on top.
  4. Chill and Top with Whipped Cream (natural): Cover the pudding with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and the custard to set. Before serving, spread or pipe the plant-based whipped cream (natural) on top to complete the dessert.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas with some brown spots for maximum natural sweetness and flavor.
  • Chilling the pudding overnight enhances the flavors and improves the texture.
  • Carefully alternate custard, bananas, and wafers evenly during layering to maintain a crisp texture.
  • Constantly whisk the custard while cooking to prevent lumps and ensure smoothness.
  • Serve the pudding chilled for the best refreshing experience.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop, Refrigeration
  • Cuisine: American Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: banana pudding, plant-based dessert, vanilla custard, banana dessert, creamy pudding, vegan pudding, nostalgic dessert

Find it online: https://tastysoulkitchen.com/old-fashioned-banana-pudding/