Southern Banana Pudding !!
How to Make this Easy Delish Southern Banana Pudding Recipe Enjoy it and don’t forget to share it! Sharing is Caring!!
This is the only recipe my family uses for banana pudding. From the time I can remember reaching the stove to help my grandmothers stir theirs to now, it is just a comforting dessert.
Ingredients
1/2 c white sugar
1/3 c all-purpose flour
pinch salt
3 eggs, seperated
2 c whole milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 box vanilla wafers
5 ripe bananas, sliced
1/4 c white sugar, for meringue
pinch cream of tartar
Directions
1. In a saucepan on low heat, whisk together 1/2 c. sugar, flour and salt.
2. Add in the milk and cook over boiling water, stirring constantly, until it thickens (about 10-12 minutes).
3. Whisk in the 3 egg yolks and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
4. Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla.
5. In a 1 1/2 quart casserole, place a layer of the wafers on the bottom and top with a layer of bananas.
6. Top with 1/3 of the custard.
7. Continue repeating for 3 layers.
8. Ending with custard.
9. In a bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, gradually adding in the 1/4 c sugar and cream of tartar.
10. Spoon meringue over the top.
11. Place in a 425 degree oven for 5 minutes or until topping is lightly browned.
12. Remove and garnish with more vanilla wafers around the edges. Let cool slightly and serve or refrigerate. (I like mine served warm).
