Mom's Banana Pudding

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Take four eggs and separate the whites and yolks. Reserve the whites for the meringue later but keep the yolks close to create the pudding. Whisk the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt together until well blended. Add the milk, four egg yolks, and sugar mixture in a medium-sized saucepan until well combined.

Step 2

Cook this mixture over medium heat, stirring for up to 8 minutes or until thickened.

Step 3

Once the mixture has become thick, remove it from heat, and stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract.

Step 4

For assembly, layer the vanilla wafers at the base of an 8" x 8" baking dish.

Step 5

Add a layer of sliced bananas (cut about ½" thickness) on top of the vanilla wafers, followed by half of the pudding mixture.

Step 6

Repeat this process with the remaining vanilla wafers, slices of banana, and pudding.

Step 7

Take the egg whites and whip with an electric mixer until foamy, then gradually add the second portion of the sugar until the sugar dissolves and stiff peaks form.

Step 8

Using a low-medium speed, whisking could take up to 5 minutes. But be patient. That pillowy topper is worth it!

Step 9

Spread the meringue completely on top of the pudding.

Step 10

Place the banana pudding in the oven until the meringue topping is golden brown, about 7-10 minutes. Allow this to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.