BANANA PUDDING

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This is definitely a cookie lover's version. Serve right away if you like crispy cookies, or chill over night for softer texture. Delicious served warm, at room temperature, or chilled. If you omit the meringue, You won't need to bake the pudding. This recipe launched a career for Christy Jordan. Christy's first post was the...

Provided by Bernice Mosteller

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

1---12 oz pkg. vanilla wafers
5 ripe bananas, sliced
2 c milk
1/2 c sugar
1/3 c all-purpose flour
3 egg yolks
1/8 tsp salt
1/2 tsp vanilla exract
MERINGUE :
3 egg whites
1/4 c sugar
meringue can be optional !!!!!

Steps:

1. Prepare Pudding: Preheat oven to 325* if you are going to make the meringue.
2. Arrange one-third of vanilla wafers in a medium-size ovenproof bowl (about 2 quart size) Cover with one-third of banana slices. Repeat layers twice with remaining vanilla wafers and bananas.
3. Whisk together milk and next 4 ingredients in a heavy saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat,whisking constantly, 15 minutes or until pudding-like thickness. Remove from heat, and stir in vanilla. Pour over vanilla wafers and bananas in bowl.
4. Prepare Meringue: Beat egg whites at medium speed with an electric mixer until foamy. Gradually add sugar, beating until sugar dissolves and stiff peaks form. Spread meringue over pudding, sealing to edge of bowl.
5. Bake at 325* for 15 minutes or until golden. Serve immediately, or let cool completely (about 30 minutes) and cover and chill 1 hour before serving.
6. TIP::::1/2 cup no-calorie sweetener may be substituted. It was tested with Splenda No-calorie Granulated Sweetener. ( DO NOT SUBSTITUTE SWEETENER IN MERINGUE.)

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Abid Sheikh

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I love this banana pudding! It's the perfect comfort food.

Oppku Amoako

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This banana pudding is delicious! The only problem is that it's so hard to stop eating it.

jaguat

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This banana pudding is a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would add some spices, like cinnamon or nutmeg, next time.

Ibrahim Atal

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I've made this banana pudding so many times and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to dessert for potlucks and parties.

Yarileiska Rodriguez

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This banana pudding is the perfect dessert for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and everyone loves it.

Taylor Edmonds

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I'm not a big fan of bananas, but I actually really enjoyed this banana pudding. The flavors were well-balanced and it wasn't too sweet.

Eoin Gillic

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This banana pudding is a classic for a reason! It's simple to make and always a hit with my family and friends.

tyson emless

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I love this banana pudding! It's so creamy and flavorful. I always double the recipe because it goes so fast.

Alan Philippi

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This banana pudding is delicious! The only thing I would change is to use a different type of cookie. I think graham crackers would be a good option.

Axax Ahmid

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I've made this banana pudding several times and it's always a hit! It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.

Muhammad Majid

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This banana pudding is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.

Mahuru Kevete

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I'm not a big fan of banana pudding, but I tried this recipe and it was actually really good! The bananas were perfectly ripe and the pudding was creamy and smooth.

abdur razaq

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This banana pudding is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.

Musab Majid

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I followed the recipe exactly and my banana pudding turned out perfectly! It was so easy to make and it's definitely going to be a new favorite dessert.