Not Your Grandma's Banana Pudding Recipe
Who doesn't love a classic banana pudding recipe? It's a Southern dessert staple that has been around for generations. But why settle for your grandma's recipe when you can take it to the next level? This modern twist on traditional banana pudding is sure to impress your family and friends. With a few simple tweaks and additions, you can make this classic dessert into something truly special.
Ingredients
To make this delicious banana pudding, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 box of vanilla wafers
- 6 ripe bananas
- 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 package of cream cheese
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup of powdered sugar
- Whipped cream for garnish (optional)
These ingredients can easily be found at your local grocery store.
Instructions
Now that you have your ingredients, it's time to start making your banana pudding.
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
- Add in the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the heavy cream and powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until it is fully incorporated.
- Peel the bananas and slice them into thin rounds.
- In a 9x13 baking dish, layer the vanilla wafers on the bottom.
- Add a layer of sliced bananas on top of the wafers.
- Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture over the bananas.
- Repeat the layers until all of the ingredients are used, ending with a layer of the cream cheese mixture on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the top is golden brown.
- Let the banana pudding cool to room temperature before serving.
Garnish with additional whipped cream and sliced bananas, if desired.
Variations
While this recipe is delicious as is, there are a few variations you can try to make it your own.
- Caramel Banana Pudding: Drizzle caramel sauce over each layer of bananas for an extra sweet twist.
- Chocolate Banana Pudding: Add in a layer of chocolate pudding or chocolate chips between the layers of bananas and cream cheese mixture.
- Peanut Butter Banana Pudding: Mix in 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter with the cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk mixture for a nutty, delicious flavor.
These are just a few ideas to get you started. Don't be afraid to get creative and experiment with different flavors and textures.
Conclusion
This modern twist on traditional banana pudding is sure to become a new family favorite. With its creamy texture and sweet banana flavor, it's the perfect dessert for any occasion. Whether you stick to the classic recipe or try one of the variations, this banana pudding is sure to impress. So why settle for your grandma's recipe when you can make something even better?