Grandmother's Banana Pudding

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Grandmother's Banana Pudding
60 min.
12
134kcal

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Grandmother's Banana Pudding is a delightful dessert that brings back cherished memories of family gatherings and warm kitchen aromas. This classic recipe, cherished through generations, combines creamy custard with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, creating a treat that is both comforting and indulgent.

What sets this pudding apart is its rich, velvety texture, achieved through a carefully crafted custard made from fresh milk, egg yolks, and a hint of vanilla. The addition of Nilla Wafers provides a satisfying crunch, perfectly balancing the softness of the bananas and the smoothness of the pudding. Each layer is a celebration of flavors and textures that will have everyone reaching for seconds.

Not only is this dessert a feast for the senses, but it's also vegetarian-friendly, making it a perfect choice for gatherings where dietary preferences vary. With a preparation time of just 60 minutes, it's an easy yet impressive dish to serve at any occasion, whether it's a family dinner or a festive celebration.

So, gather your ingredients and prepare to create a dessert that will surely become a beloved favorite in your household, just like it was in grandma’s kitchen. Enjoy the nostalgia and the joy it brings as you share this timeless treat with your loved ones!

Ingredients

  •  bananas 
  • 0.3 teaspoon cream of tartar 
  •  eggs separated
  • tablespoons flour 
  • cups milk 
  • Dash salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • 12 servings vanilla cookies recommended: Nilla Wafers

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • double boiler
  • stove

Directions

  1. Prepare a double boiler.
  2. Mix together 1/2 cup sugar, egg yolks, flour and salt.
  3. Add milk and mix again.
  4. Heat on stove until the custard sticks to the sides of pan, approximately 20 minutes.
  5. Add vanilla after mixture has thickened.
  6. Let cool.
  7. To assemble: Put few drops of pudding in the bottom of a 2-quart dish and spread around.
  8. Layer Nilla Wafers and cut up 2 bananas, add 1/2 of custard, repeat layer and arrange wafers around the sides.
  9. In a separate bowl beat egg whites with 1/4 cup sugar and cream of tartar until it forms stiff peaks, spread on pudding and bake in a preheated 425 degree F oven for 4 minutes, just brown on top.
  10. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts

Calories134kcal
Protein9.6%
Fat17.6%
Carbs72.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.24
Glycemic Load
15.04
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.2986956666345%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.4mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:133.55kcal
6.68%
Fat:2.7g
4.16%
Saturated Fat:1.2g
7.52%
Carbohydrates:25.16g
8.39%
Net Carbohydrates:24.09g
8.76%
Sugar:19.63g
21.81%
Cholesterol:45.81mg
15.27%
Sodium:38.93mg
1.69%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.14%
100%
Protein:3.32g
6.64%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.42%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.6%
Phosphorus:73.3mg
7.33%
Selenium:5.04µg
7.2%
Potassium:230.23mg
6.58%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.04%
Calcium:58.5mg
5.85%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.29%
Vitamin B5:0.46mg
4.57%
Vitamin D:0.67µg
4.45%
Fiber:1.07g
4.28%
Magnesium:17.14mg
4.28%
Vitamin C:3.42mg
4.15%
Folate:16.2µg
4.05%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.56%
Vitamin A:150.45IU
3.01%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.52%
Copper:0.04mg
2.1%
Vitamin B3:0.41mg
2.07%
Iron:0.36mg
2.01%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.17%