Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers

This is a rich banana pudding that is served layered with vanilla wafers. A lovely dessert that uses up ripe bananas!

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 578 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 (12 ounce) package vanilla wafers
• 6 tablespoons water
• 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 4 large egg yolks
• 5 large ripe bananas, mashed, or more to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine sugar and flour in a large bowl.

Step 2

Combine egg yolks and water in a second bowl and beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add the sugar mixture and mix until batter is well combined.

Step 3

Pour milk into a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Add batter and stir until mixture thickens and comes to a boil, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in bananas and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Layer vanilla wafers and banana pudding alternately into a glass bowl. Cool before serving.