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This homemade strawberry banana pudding is perfect dessert to satiate your fruity craving if you are trying to find something. This dessert is a all time favourite; combining the tangy sweetness of strawberries, the mellow richness of bananas, and the creamy texture of pudding…. It’s a recipe that, whether it’s for a family get together, a dinner party or just a cosy night in, guarantees great comfort in every mouthful.
In this blog, I’ll provide you all the process, tips, serving ideas, and customizable recipes so you may make your own strawberry banana pudding from scratch.
Homemade Strawberry Banana Pudding Ingredients
For the Pudding Base:
- 2 cups whole milk for a creamy and rich pudding base
- sweetens the pudding – 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- Thickens the pudding – 1/4 cup cornstarch
- The 3ls are cooks, and were looking for richness: 3 large egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons white butter – for taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – flavor enhancer
For the Strawberry Layer:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar – sweetens the strawberries
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice – gives a touch of freshness
For the Banana Layer:
- Sliced thin rounds from 3 ripe bananas.
- Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon – prevent browning
For the Assembly:
- Adding 2 cups of vanilla wafers to the same amount of dry ingredients.
- Layered with 1 cup of whipped cream for layering and to garnish
Strawberry Banana Pudding Recipe
1. Make the Pudding Base
In a medium sauce pan combine the sugar and cornstarch. Whisk in the milk gradually, continuously to prevent lumps, and gradually. You then heat the mixture over medium heat until it thickens, maybe about 5 to 7 minutes.
Beat the eggs yolks in a separate bowl. Temper the yolks by adding a small amount of the hot milk mixture and whisking as you add it slowly. Temper yolks to the saucepan and return to Stir constantly and cook 2 more 3 minutes, regular cooking until the pudding is thick and creamy. Take from heat and add the vanilla extract. If the pudding hasn’t cooled completely, let it sit for a minute.
2. Prepare the Strawberry Layer
Pour the sliced strawberries, sugar and lemon juice over into a medium bowl and combine. Mix well then leave the mixture to macerate for 10 minutes. The process of drawing of the strawberries’ juices make a naturally sweet and tangy syrup.
3. Prepare the Banana Layer
Toss the banana in lemon juice if you’re using them to prevent the dreaded browning, then cut the bananas into little thin rounds.
4. Assemble the Pudding
In a large trifle dish or individual serving glasses, layer the ingredients:
- Put a layer of vanilla wafers at the bottom.
- Layer on 1/2 of the pudding base.
- Macerate strawberries and top with a layer.
- Add a layer of banana slices.
- Work the layers over and over until all the ingredients have been used, topping the last layer with pudding.
5. Add Whipped Cream and Garnish
When the pudding is assembled top it with whipped cream and garnish with more strawberry slices, banana rounds, or crushed vanilla wafers.
6. Chill and Serve
Refrigerate, covered with plastic wrap, for at least 2 hours before serving. The flavors have time to meld and the wafers soften just ever so slightly before they end up at their absolute perfect crunchy texture.
‘Perfect’ Strawberry Banana Pudding – Expert Tips
Choose Ripe and Fresh Fruit
Choose ripe bananas and fresh strawberries to have the greatest flavor. If bananas are overripe they will make the pudding too mushy, while under ripe strawberries will lack sweetness.
Prevent Banana Browning
To keep the banana slices fresh and vibrant during the assembly process toss them in lemon juice. Chill for Best Results
Chilling the pudding at least 2 hours lets the layers set properly, making it easier to serve and helping the taste.
Adjust Sweetness
Once you’ve tasted the strawberry mixture and pudding base, it’s time to assemble. If you don’t like the sound of a super sweet dessert, you can reduce the sugar slightly.
Strawberry Banana Pudding Serves with
Vanilla Ice Cream
If you want to have it extra creamy and indulgent serve a scoop of vanilla ice cream alongside the pudding.
Fresh Mint Leaves
Top with fresh mint leaves for color and a bit of fresh herb freshness.
Chocolate Drizzle
Finally a drizzle of melted chocolate over the top is well worth it. A classic mix has always been chocolate and banana and strawberries.
Shortbread Cookies
Another layer of texture and flavor add buttery shortbread cookies to serve this pudding with.
Ingredient Alternatives
Non-Dairy Pudding
To make the base of the pudding dairy free, replace whole milk with almond milk, coconut milk or oat milk. To keep it whipped, use coconut cream instead of half and half whipped cream layer.
Gluten-Free Option
For a celiac friendly dessert, swap out the vanilla wafers for gluten free cookies or gluten free graham crackers.
Sweetener Substitutes
Instead of granulated sugar for a sweetener alternative try out honey, agave syrup, or maple syrup.
Flavor Variations
If you desire chocolate twist add a tablespoon of cocoa powder in the pudding base. To give it a little crunch, sprinkle crushed nuts such as pecans, or almonds between the layers.
What Makes This Recipe so Much Better Than Any Other
This strawberry banana pudding recipe is super tasty, because instead of focusing on the ordinary, it uses fresh, high quality ingredients and, best of all, homemade touches that really bring out the flavors. It’s a multi-textured dessert worthy of its place in the dessert only box – comforting creamy pudding, sweet apple with crunchy wafers to make the mouth a little fun. This recipe, unlike store-bought ones gives you the chance to customize it so it fits your exact taste preference and dietary needs.
The Reason Why This Recipe Is Perfect For Any Occasion
This is a perfect recipe for any occasion; backyard barbecue, holiday dinner, or even just dessert for the family. Vibrant layers and fresh flavors stand out as a show stopping centerpiece for parties, and its ease of preparation means you can make it in no time at all for a weeknight indulgence.
Strawberries and bananas together make this pudding refreshing, which is why I think of it as the perfect summer dessert, or a light end of meal as the case may be.
More Ways to Enjoy the Recipe
Mini Pudding Cups
To make the pudding in small mason jars or dessert cups, versatile for individual servings. These are perfect for parties or picnics and any other occasion where you don’t want to bring a big dish.
For Strawberry Banana Pudding Parfaits
For a breakfast inspired dessert layer the pudding in tall glasses with granola and yogurt.
Frozen Pudding Pops
Assemble the pudding, then pour the pudding into popsicle molds and into the freezer for a fun kid friendly treat.
Cake Layering
Use as a filling for a vanilla or sponge cake. Between cake layers, spread it and top with whipped cream, for a fancy dessert.
Why the Recipe Stands Out
This Strawberry Banana pudding recipe is so much different because it is all about the perfect harmony of flavor and texture. To make, you will spoon a homemade pudding over a layer of fresh fruit, atop vanilla wafers, all held together with cream. It is beautiful to behold and, delicious to eat.
With its degree of versatility and ease of customisation, it’s good for a lot of occasions, and with fresh ingredients it’s a lot more flavorful than store bought versions.
See Also: Homemade Delicious Churro Ice Cream
Health Considerations and Nutritional Insights
Around 320 calories and 12g of fat are in each serving of strawberry banana pudding. Fresh fruit and milk and whipped cream provide the dessert with a comforting dose of calcium… as well as the natural vitamins for which the dessert is rich. For a lighter version opt for low fat milk, dairy free alternatives, less sugar and little or no whipped cream. This recipe is so easy to be flexible with so you can enjoy guilt free in its wonderful flavors.
Finally, if you are a dessert fan who loves fresh strawberry banana pudding, this homemade strawberry banana pudding recipe is something you should give it a try. With its fancy colours and delectable textures, not to mention sweetness, you’ll want to keep going back for more. This pudding is easy to make and can be served at a party or enjoyed solo, it’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
For the Pudding Base:
- 2 cups whole milk for a creamy and rich pudding base
- sweetens the pudding – 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- Thickens the pudding – 1/4 cup cornstarch
- The 3ls are cooks, and were looking for richness: 3 large egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons white butter – for taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – flavor enhancer
For the Strawberry Layer:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar – sweetens the strawberries
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice – gives a touch of freshness
For the Banana Layer:
- Sliced thin rounds from 3 ripe bananas.
- Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon – prevent browning
For the Assembly:
- Adding 2 cups of vanilla wafers to the same amount of dry ingredients.
- Layered with 1 cup of whipped cream for layering and to garnish
Instructions
1. Make the Pudding Base
In a medium sauce pan combine the sugar and cornstarch. Whisk in the milk gradually, continuously to prevent lumps, and gradually. You then heat the mixture over medium heat until it thickens, maybe about 5 to 7 minutes.
Beat the eggs yolks in a separate bowl. Temper the yolks by adding a small amount of the hot milk mixture and whisking as you add it slowly. Temper yolks to the saucepan and return to Stir constantly and cook 2 more 3 minutes, regular cooking until the pudding is thick and creamy. Take from heat and add the vanilla extract. If the pudding hasn’t cooled completely, let it sit for a minute.
2. Prepare the Strawberry Layer
Pour the sliced strawberries, sugar and lemon juice over into a medium bowl and combine. Mix well then leave the mixture to macerate for 10 minutes. The process of drawing of the strawberries’ juices make a naturally sweet and tangy syrup.
3. Prepare the Banana Layer
Toss the banana in lemon juice if you’re using them to prevent the dreaded browning, then cut the bananas into little thin rounds.
4. Assemble the Pudding
In a large trifle dish or individual serving glasses, layer the ingredients:
- Put a layer of vanilla wafers at the bottom.
- Layer on 1/2 of the pudding base.
- Macerate strawberries and top with a layer.
- Add a layer of banana slices.
- Work the layers over and over until all the ingredients have been used, topping the last layer with pudding.
5. Add Whipped Cream and Garnish
When the pudding is assembled top it with whipped cream and garnish with more strawberry slices, banana rounds, or crushed vanilla wafers.
6. Chill and Serve
Refrigerate, covered with plastic wrap, for at least 2 hours before serving. The flavors have time to meld and the wafers soften just ever so slightly before they end up at their absolute perfect crunchy texture.
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