Name: Banana Pudding Jars Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: PT-487342H40M33S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups whole milk: This is the base of your pudding, providing creaminess and richness.; 1/2 cup granulated sugar: This sweetens the pudding, balancing the flavors.; 1/3 cup cornstarch: This thickens the pudding, giving it that perfect texture.; 1/4 teaspoon salt: A pinch of salt enhances the sweetness and flavor.; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract: This adds a lovely aroma and flavor to the pudding.; 3 large egg yolks: These enrich the pudding and help it set.; 2 ripe bananas, sliced: Fresh bananas add natural sweetness and flavor.; 1 cup vanilla wafers, crushed: These provide a delightful crunch and classic taste.; 1 cup heavy whipping cream: This is for the whipped topping, making it light and fluffy.; 2 tablespoons powdered sugar: This sweetens the whipped cream, making it even more delicious.

Description

A fun twist on a classic dessert, Banana Pudding Jars are creamy, sweet, and visually appealing, making them perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups whole milk: This is the base of your pudding, providing creaminess and richness.
1/2 cup granulated sugar: This sweetens the pudding, balancing the flavors.
1/3 cup cornstarch: This thickens the pudding, giving it that perfect texture.
1/4 teaspoon salt: A pinch of salt enhances the sweetness and flavor.
2 teaspoons vanilla extract: This adds a lovely aroma and flavor to the pudding.
3 large egg yolks: These enrich the pudding and help it set.
2 ripe bananas, sliced: Fresh bananas add natural sweetness and flavor.
1 cup vanilla wafers, crushed: These provide a delightful crunch and classic taste.
1 cup heavy whipping cream: This is for the whipped topping, making it light and fluffy.
2 tablespoons powdered sugar: This sweetens the whipped cream, making it even more delicious.

Instructions

Gather your ingredients.
Prepare the pudding mixture by combining whole milk, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan and whisking until smooth. Heat over medium, stirring constantly until thickened.
Layer the ingredients in jars starting with crushed vanilla wafers, followed by sliced bananas, and then the pudding. Repeat layers and finish with pudding on top.
Chill the jars in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Serve topped with whipped cream and crushed vanilla wafers.

Notes

Choose ripe bananas with a few brown spots for the best flavor.
Layer evenly for a balanced mix of flavors and textures.
Leave space at the top of each jar for whipped cream.
Garnish with crushed wafers for added texture.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 jar
Calories: 350
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: Banana Pudding, Dessert, Jars, Easy Recipe, No-Bake