Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Banana Pudding with Meringue, a classic dessert that combines creamy layers of vanilla custard, ripe bananas, and a cloud-like meringue topping. This timeless treat is not just a dessert; it's an experience that tantalizes your taste buds and leaves you craving more.
Our collection of recipes offers variations that cater to diverse preferences. The Classic Banana Pudding with Meringue recipe embodies the traditional charm of this dessert, featuring a homemade custard filling and a meringue topping that achieves the perfect balance of crispy and fluffy. For those who prefer a richer, more decadent version, the Chocolate Banana Pudding with Meringue recipe incorporates rich chocolate into the custard, creating a luscious, indulgent treat.
If you're looking for a lighter, healthier alternative, our Banana Pudding with Meringue (Lightened Up) recipe uses nonfat milk and Greek yogurt in the custard filling, resulting in a guilt-free indulgence. And for those with dietary restrictions, the Vegan Banana Pudding with Meringue recipe offers a plant-based version that's just as creamy and flavorful, made with almond milk and a meringue topping made from aquafaba.
No matter your preference, our Banana Pudding with Meringue recipes are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you with lasting memories. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to dessert heaven.
BANANA PUDDING WITH MERINGUE
The rich pudding is made on the stovetop, poured over the bananas and wafers, topped with meringue, and then baked in the oven. Passed down from my grandmother, it is a unique take on a Southern favorite.
Provided by Laura M.
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Banana Dessert Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Line the bottom of a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish with vanilla wafer cookies. Top with a layer of banana slices. Repeat layers until you reach the top of the dish or run out of bananas. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan, stir together the brown sugar and flour so there are no lumps. Mix in the egg and egg yolks. Gradually stir in the milk while warming over low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture becomes thick enough to coat the back of a metal spoon. Remove from the heat and allow to cool for about 1 minute. Then, pour the hot pudding evenly over the layers of banana and cookie in the casserole dish.
- In a separate clean bowl, whip the egg whites with an electric mixer until they can hold a soft peak. Gradually sprinkle in the sugar while continuing to whip until they can hold a firm peak. Use a spatula to spread the meringue over the top of the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the meringue has browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 695.8 calories, Carbohydrate 127.5 g, Cholesterol 104.2 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 297.8 mg, Sugar 60.3 g
BANANA PUDDING WITH MERINGUE
A classic Southern dessert made extra-special with a fluffy meringue topping.
Provided by Paula Deen
Categories comfort food dessert sweets
Time 10m
Yield 6-8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix together 3/4 cup sugar and cornstarch and slowly add milk. This should be cooked in the top of a double boiler, but you can cook it over low to medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens-do not leave it unattended. Slightly beat egg yolks and temper with a small amount of the hot custard; stir well. Add egg mixture to custard pot and cook 2 more minutes. Remove from heat and add vanilla and butter. Let cool. In a 9 by 9-inch ovenproof baking dish, alternate pudding, bananas, and wafers, beginning with pudding and ending with pudding. Add topping, if desired.
- For the meringue topping, if using:
- Preheat oven to 350 °F. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1/4 cup sugar until stiff peaks form, then spread onto top of pudding mixture. Bake until golden brown.
SOUTHERN BANANA PUDDING
Not-too-sweet vanilla custard gets a blanket of soft toasted meringue in this Southern-style banana pudding. We let the pudding base sit overnight so the cookies soften and the banana flavor infuses the custard, but if you like your cookies crisp, top the pudding with meringue and bake without resting.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 8h30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat 2 1/2 cups of the milk in a large saucepan over medium heat until steaming.
- Whisk 3/4 cup of the sugar, the cornstarch and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Whisk in the egg yolks and the remaining 1/2 cup milk.
- Whisk half of the hot milk into the egg mixture until smooth, and then gradually whisk the egg-milk mixture into the milk in the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture boils. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and let the mixture come to a simmer. Continue to cook, whisking constantly, until it has thickened to a puddinglike consistency, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in the butter and vanilla.
- Layer a third of the pudding, half the banana slices and half the vanilla wafers in a 9-inch square baking dish. Layer with half the remaining pudding, all the remaining banana slices and all the remaining wafers. Top with the last of the pudding. Cover with plastic wrap pressed directly on the pudding surface, and refrigerate overnight to soften the cookies.
- Position a rack in the upper third of the oven, and preheat to 350 degrees F. Bring the egg whites to room temperature. Beat the egg whites and cream of tartar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment on medium speed until frothy. Increase the speed to medium-high, and slowly sprinkle in the remaining 1/2 cup sugar a tablespoon at a time, whipping for 15 seconds after each addition, until glossy firm peaks form. Spread the meringue on top of the pudding with an offset spatula so it reaches the edges of the pan. Bake until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Serve warm or chilled.
GRANDMA'S BANANA PUDDING
My grandma ran a country club and a restaurant in her day. She can make amazing food, but sometimes it's hard to get a recipe from her because she doesn't measure anything and makes everything from memory. While letting her talk it out, I was able to get this banana pudding and a few other recipes written down. Enjoy!
Provided by tigrbtrfly
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Banana Dessert Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Line the bottom of a baking dish with some wafers. Combine sugar, flour, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat yolks in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add flour mixture alternately with milk and vanilla extract, stirring constantly. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, 8 to 10 minutes. Add butter; continue stirring until thickened to a pudding-like consistency, 5 to 7 minutes more.
- Layer a portion of banana slices over the wafers and cover with pudding. Repeat layers with remaining bananas, wafers, and pudding.
- Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl, gradually adding cream of tartar, until soft peaks form. Add sugar and continue beating on high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold in vanilla extract. Spoon meringue over the pudding.
- Bake in the preheated oven until meringue browns, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.7 calories, Carbohydrate 85.5 g, Cholesterol 111.1 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 341.7 mg, Sugar 43.1 g
SOUTHERN STYLE BANANA PUDDING WITH MERINGUE
Serve our Southern Style Banana Pudding with Meringue either hot or cold. Ether way, this Southern style banana pudding is sure to be the hit of the party.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 45m
Yield 12 servings, 2/3 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Beat pudding mixes and milk in medium saucepan with whisk until blended. Beat egg yolks in small bowl until blended. Gradually stir into milk mixture. Bring to full rolling boil on medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
- Arrange layer of wafers on bottom and up side of 2-qt. baking dish. Top with layers of 1/3 of the pudding and half the banana slices. Repeat layers; cover with remaining pudding.
- Beat egg whites and cream of tartar in medium bowl with mixer on high speed until foamy. Gradually beat in sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread over pudding, sealing to edge of dish.
- Bake 15 min. or until meringue is browned. Cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 240 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.5117 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g
Tips:
- Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
- If you don't have vanilla wafers, you can use graham crackers or ladyfingers.
- Make sure the pudding is completely cool before assembling the trifle.
- If you want a more decadent dessert, you can add a layer of whipped cream or ice cream to the trifle.
- For a more elegant presentation, you can pipe the meringue onto the top of the trifle.
Conclusion:
Banana pudding is a classic Southern dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its creamy pudding, sweet bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafers, this dessert is sure to be a hit with everyone.
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