Description
This creamy strawberry banana pudding layers vanilla wafers, fresh fruit, and rich homemade pudding for a no-bake, refreshing summer dessert.
Ingredients
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup milk
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 large egg yolks
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ripe bananas, sliced
1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
1 box vanilla wafer cookies
Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Whisk together heavy cream, milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan until smooth.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and reaches a gentle boil.
Whisk the egg yolks in a small bowl. Slowly pour about 1/2 cup of the hot cream mixture into the yolks while whisking. Then, whisk the tempered yolk mixture back into the saucepan.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the pudding thickens.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
In a trifle dish or individual cups, layer vanilla wafer cookies, followed by banana slices and pudding.
Add a layer of strawberries and more pudding, repeating the layers until the dish is filled.
Top with whipped cream and garnish with extra banana and strawberry slices.
Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Swap vanilla wafers for graham crackers or ladyfingers for a different texture.
Toasted nuts like pecans or almonds can add a nice crunch.
Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the pudding for extra flavor.
You can use coconut milk for a dairy-free version with a tropical flavor.
Replace strawberries with seasonal berries like blueberries or raspberries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake, Chilled
- Cuisine: American
