Recipe For Homemade Banana Pudding With Sweetened Condensed Milk
If you have a sweet tooth and love desserts, then you must try this delicious recipe for homemade banana pudding with sweetened condensed milk. This classic southern dessert is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for any occasion, whether you are entertaining guests or simply craving something sweet.
Ingredients:
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 1/2 cups cold water
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 box (11 oz) vanilla wafer cookies
- 4-5 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and cold water. Add the instant vanilla pudding mix and whisk until the mixture is thick and smooth. Refrigerate the pudding mixture for at least 10 minutes.
2. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the chilled pudding mixture until everything is evenly combined.
3. Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with vanilla wafer cookies, making sure to cover the bottom completely. Add a layer of sliced bananas over the cookies, followed by a layer of the pudding mixture. Repeat this layering process with more cookies, bananas, and pudding until all the ingredients are used up, making sure to end with a layer of pudding on top.
4. Crush some extra vanilla wafer cookies and sprinkle them on top of the pudding to create a crunchy topping. Chill the banana pudding in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together and the cookies to soften.
Tips:
- Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture in the pudding. If your bananas are not ripe enough, place them in a brown paper bag for a day or two to speed up the ripening process.
- For a lighter version of the pudding, use low-fat whipped cream and skim milk instead of heavy cream and whole milk.
- You can also add a layer of freshly whipped cream on top of the pudding before serving for an extra touch of creaminess.
- If you don't have vanilla wafer cookies, you can also use graham crackers or shortbread cookies as a substitute.
- For a fun twist on this classic recipe, try adding some chocolate chips or peanut butter chips to the layers.
Conclusion:
This recipe for homemade banana pudding with sweetened condensed milk is a classic southern dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its layers of vanilla wafers, ripe bananas, and creamy pudding, it's the perfect dessert for any occasion. Give this recipe a try and you will not be disappointed!
