Southern-style banana pudding with a meringue topping is a timeless dessert that captures the heart of Southern comfort cooking. Layers of creamy homemade vanilla pudding, fresh bananas, and a mix of Chessmen cookies and vanilla wafers create a rich, nostalgic base. Finished with a golden, airy meringue, this dessert is the perfect combination of sweetness and tradition, sure to bring warmth to any gathering.

Quick Info

⏱️ 300 min • 🍽️ 8 servings • ⭐ 87%

Nutrition

292 cal • 8g protein • 43g carbs • 9g fat

Tags

[North American] • [Desserts] • [Alcohol-Free]

Ingredients

• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2½ cups whole milk
• 3 large egg yolks
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 bananas, sliced
• 1 (7.25-ounce) package Chessmen cookies, plus more for garnish
• 1 (11-ounce) box vanilla wafers, plus more for garnish
• 3 large egg whites
• ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions Preview

1. On day 1, make the pudding: In a medium sa…
2. In a 9 x 13-inch baking dish or large bowl…
3. On day 2, make the meringue: Preheat your …

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Recipe by: Brent Bennett, Mimo Ahmed • From: Tasty