Description
Learn how to turn overripe bananas into a decadent and flavorful banana pudding that can be enjoyed warm or chilled. This stovetop custard-based dessert offers a deep and complex banana flavor that is sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
For Banana-Infused Milk:
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped (optional)
For Banana Custard Base:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Banana Cremeux (Optional):
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- Optional toppings: cocoa nibs, toasted pecans
Instructions
- Prepare Banana-Infused Milk: In a 3-quart saucier, combine sliced bananas, milk, and vanilla bean. Let steep for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours.
- Strain the Banana Milk: Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing gently on the bananas to extract all the milk.
- Prepare Banana Custard Base: Whisk sugar, cornstarch, salt, cloves, and egg yolks. Heat banana milk, then slowly add to the egg mixture. Cook until thickened.
- Finish the Custard: Stir in vanilla extract. Strain if desired for a smoother texture.
- For Banana Cremeux (Optional): Chill custard, then fold in whipped cream. Pipe into serving dishes and refrigerate until set.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of sugar used.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat milk or cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: banana pudding, dessert, custard, stovetop, comfort food
