RECIPES
This classic dessert is a star on any table
from Metro Creative
Some desserts have withstood the test of time despite changes in consumer preferences . For example , classic graham cracker crust cheesecake , pineapple upside-down cake , chocolate chip cookies , and many other desserts continue to be perennial favorites . Banana pudding is another dessert that tops all-time favorites lists . It is hard to beat the appeal of layers of sweet banana slices , vanilla cookies , pudding , and cream .
The following recipe for “ Southern Banana Pudding ” from Add a Pinch , an online recipe and meal planning resource , makes quite a tasty banana pudding that features a meringue topping . Serve it at holiday gatherings or any time you want a sweet treat .
Southern Banana Pudding
Servings : 8
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1½ cups sugar
Pinch kosher salt 3 large eggs , separated ( you ’ ll need whites later for meringue ) 3 cups milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 11-ounce package vanilla wafers , approximately 45 wafers 6 bananas 3 egg whites , reserved from above 1 / 8 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 / 4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 . Preheat oven to 325 F . Chill the bowl and beaters for making the meringue ( if making ). 2 . Combine flour , sugar and salt in a large , heavy saucepan . 3 . Lightly beat egg yolks and combine with milk in a large bowl or measuring cup . Pour the egg and milk mixture into dry ingredients in heavy saucepan . Cook over low to medium heat , stirring constantly , until ingredients are thickened and smooth . Remove saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla . 4 . To layer your banana pudding , begin by placing 1 ⁄ 3 of the vanilla wafers on the bottom of a 2-quart oven-safe glass bowl or baking dish . 5 . Slice bananas and place 1 ⁄ 3 on top of wafers . 6 . Pour one-third of custard over wafers and bananas . 7 . Repeat layering process two more times until all wafers , bananas , and custard have been used , ending with a final layer of the wafers .
For the meringue : 1 . Whip the egg whites with an electric mixer set at high speed . 2 . Allow egg whites to foam , add cream of tartar and then gradually add sugar one tablespoon at a time . Continue whipping until sugar is well-dissolved . Add vanilla once stiff peaks have formed and whip until well-combined . 3 . Spread the meringue over banana pudding , making sure to spread to the edges of the dish . 4 . Bake for about 25 minutes until the meringue is lightly browned . Banana pudding will keep covered in the refrigerator for up to three days . n
48 Valdosta Scene | December 2023