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Homemade Southern Banana Pudding \u2014layers of homemade banana-infused custard enriched by homemade whipped cream, fresh banana slices, tons of vanilla wafer cookies, and topped with a buttery cookie crumb streusel.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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This is a classic southern recipe with a few tweaks. We\u2019re all familiar with the banana pudding recipe using instant pudding and frozen whipped topping. It\u2019s very good for sure but this Homemade Southern Banana Pudding is on a whole other level. I\u2019ve taken the concept of folding whipped cream into the pudding with from scratch banana-flavored pudding. I also, amped up the vanilla wafers by making a layer of vanilla wafer cookie crumb streusel. This dessert is out of this world good! <\/p>\n

What you need to make Homemade Southern Banana Pudding<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Bananas<\/strong>
Milk<\/strong>
Egg yolks<\/strong>
Sugar<\/strong>
Kosher salt<\/strong>
Cornstarch<\/strong>
Butter<\/strong>
Vanilla extract<\/strong>
Banana extract, optional<\/strong>
Vanilla wafer cookies<\/strong>
Brown sugar<\/strong>
Heavy whipping cream<\/strong>
Powdered sugar<\/strong>
Ice<\/strong>
Mixing bowls<\/strong>
Plastic wrap<\/strong>
Heavy bottomed pot<\/strong>
Baking sheet<\/strong>
Wire whisk<\/strong>
Hand mixer<\/strong>
9 x 11 baking dish or trifle bowl<\/strong><\/p>\n

Banana infused pudding<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Banana is essential to this recipe. The flavor lightly permeates the pudding using fresh banana slices. One of the steps that makes this pudding extra special that I make banana flavored pudding. I infuse the milk with banana by simmering it over low heat and letting it sit for a while to intensify the flavor. I also add a smidgen of banana extract for more potency. These are both optional steps but deliver the best tasting banana pudding.<\/p>\n

How to make Southern Banana Pudding from scratch<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Start by simmering a banana and milk over low heat for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let it come to room temp before straining the bananas from the milk. In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks, cornstarch, and 1\/2 cup of milk set aside. Add the banana infused milk back to the saucepan along with the sugar and bring it to a boil over low heat. While whisking, slowly ladle 1\/3 of the hot milk into the egg mixture to temper the eggs.<\/p>\n

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Begin to slowly pour the egg mixture back into the pot while whisking constantly. Let it cook for 1-2 minutes to thicken then remove it from the heat. Immediately pour the mixture into a bowl over an ice bath.<\/p>\n

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Place plastic wrap directly on the pudding top to avoid a skin from forming. Cool the pudding to room temperature. Completely chill in the fridge for 2-3 hours before assembling. Make the whipped cream by beating the heavy cream and powdered sugar to stiff peaks in the bowl using a mixer. Scoop half of the whipped cream into the pudding and fold until light and fluffy. Refrigerate until needed.<\/p>\n

Cookie streusel<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Crush half of the cookies with brown sugar, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Spread on a baking sheet and toast for 15-18 minutes stirring and roaring the pan after 8-9 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.<\/p>\n

To assemble<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Layer the bottom of the baking dish with cookies and banana slices. Spread a layer of pudding then repeat with cookies and banana slices and another layer of pudding. Top with the remaining whipped cream and the vanilla cookie streusel. Chill covered with plastic wrap for at least 6 hours.<\/p>\n

Tips for making banana pudding <\/strong><\/h2>\n