Nee's Old Timey Cooked Banana Pudding

Indulge in the timeless charm of *Nee’s Old Timey Cooked Banana Pudding*, a classic Southern dessert made from scratch for an authentic, homemade taste. This recipe combines layers of velvety custard, ripe banana slices, and crisp vanilla wafers, all crowned with a gorgeously golden, fluffy meringue topping. Featuring wholesome ingredients like whole milk, fresh eggs, and pure vanilla extract, this nostalgic dessert offers a rich, creamy texture that’s balanced by the natural sweetness of bananas. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, this banana pudding is baked to perfection and chilled for a refreshing finish. If you're searching for a true taste of traditional banana pudding with cooked custard and meringue, this old-fashioned recipe is sure to enchant.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups Whole milk
• 3 quarters cup Granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 4 medium Ripe bananas
• 40 cookie pieces Vanilla wafers
• 4 large Egg whites
• 4 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for meringue)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine 3 cups of whole milk, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Whisk well until smooth.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk 4 large egg yolks. Gradually add about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the yolks, whisking constantly, to temper the eggs.

Step 5

Pour the tempered yolks back into the saucepan and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens further.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Let the custard cool slightly.

Step 7

In a 2-quart baking dish, spread a thin layer of the custard at the bottom. Begin layering with vanilla wafers, then sliced bananas, followed by more custard. Repeat the layers, ending with custard on top.

Step 8

In a clean mixing bowl, beat 4 large egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form.

Step 9

Gradually add 4 tablespoons of granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.

Step 10

Spread the meringue evenly over the top layer of custard, ensuring it touches the edges of the baking dish to seal.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.

Step 12

Allow the banana pudding to cool at room temperature for 20 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Step 13

Serve chilled and enjoy Nee's Old Timey Cooked Banana Pudding with friends and family!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1860.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3286.5

Total Fat 126.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 887.8mg	0%
Sodium 1194.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 498.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 381.3g
Protein 63.2g	0%

Vitamin D 395.3IU	0%
Calcium 1034.8mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 3108.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.7%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 58.9%