Ina Garten Banana Pudding Recipe
If you love creamy, sweet desserts, this Ina Garten Banana Pudding Recipe is perfect. It is smooth, rich and full of banana flavor.
Ingredients
- Bananas – 4 ripe sliced
- Sugar – 1 cup
- Cornstarch – ¼ cup
- Salt – ¼ teaspoon
- Egg yolks – 4 large
- Milk – 3 cups
- Heavy cream – 1 cup
- Vanilla extract – 2 teaspoons
- Vanilla wafers – 2 cups
- Whipped cream – 1 cup optional for topping
Instructions
Prepare the Custard
- In a saucepan, mix sugar, cornstarch and salt. Whisk in egg yolks and milk. Heat over medium until thickened. Stir constantly to avoid lumps.
Add Flavor
- Remove custard from heat. Stir in heavy cream and vanilla extract. Mix well for smooth, creamy flavor. Let custard cool slightly before layering with bananas and cookies.
Prepare the Dish
- Arrange a layer of vanilla wafers in the bottom of the baking dish. This gives a sweet, crunchy base for the pudding layers.
Add Banana Slices
- Place a layer of banana slices over the wafers. Spread evenly to cover all areas. This ensures every bite has banana flavor.
Pour Custard
- Pour a layer of custard over bananas and wafers. Spread gently with a spatula. Make sure custard covers bananas completely.
Repeat Layers
- Repeat layers with remaining wafers, bananas and custard. End with a custard layer on top. This creates a beautiful layered dessert.
Chill the Pudding
- Cover dish with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. This allows pudding to set and flavors to blend.
Add Whipped Cream
- Optional: Top pudding with whipped cream before serving. Garnish with crushed vanilla wafers or banana slices for a pretty finish.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness.
- Stir custard constantly to prevent lumps.
- Chill pudding for at least 2 hours for best texture.
- Use fresh whipped cream for extra creaminess.
- Layer evenly for beautiful presentation.