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Paula Deen Banana Pudding Recipe: The Best Comfort Dessert Ever

Paula Deen Banana Pudding Recipe
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This banana pudding recipe by Paula Deen is a classic, creamy dessert that brings comfort and joy to every occasion. With layers of ripe bananas, creamy pudding, and crunchy vanilla wafers, it’s a delightful treat.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ripe bananas
  • 1 box vanilla wafers
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, mix sugar, flour, and salt.
  2. Slowly stir in milk and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly until thickened.
  3. Beat egg yolks in a separate bowl, then temper them with a small amount of the hot mixture.
  4. Add the tempered yolks back into the saucepan and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  6. In a separate bowl, blend the cream cheese until smooth, then fold in the pudding mixture.
  7. In a large serving dish, layer vanilla wafers, sliced bananas, and pudding mixture until all ingredients are used.
  8. Top with whipped cream.

Notes

  • For best results, chill the banana pudding for a few hours before serving.
  • Feel free to add more bananas for extra flavor.

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Keywords: Paula Deen, banana pudding, dessert, recipe, comfort food

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