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Old-Fashioned Banana Pudding: The Best Indulgent Dessert Recipe

OLD-FASHIONED BANANA PUDDING

Indulge in the delightful flavors of this traditional old-fashioned banana pudding recipe, perfect for any dessert lover.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 4 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 box vanilla wafers
  • 1 cup whipped cream

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine milk, sugar, flour, and salt.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs, and slowly add a little of the hot mixture to the eggs to temper them. Then, return the egg mixture to the saucepan.
  4. Continue to cook for another minute before removing from heat and adding vanilla extract.
  5. Layer vanilla wafers, sliced bananas, and pudding in a serving dish.
  6. Top with whipped cream and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, consider using half-and-half instead of milk.
  • Make sure to slice the bananas just before layering to prevent browning.

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