Description
This Strawberry Banana Pudding Dream is a luscious, layered dessert featuring fresh strawberries and bananas, a creamy vanilla pudding base, whipped cream topping, and a delightful crunch from graham cracker crumbs. Perfectly chilled, this recipe combines fresh fruit with smooth pudding for a refreshing and indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 cups fresh strawberries – sliced
- 2 ripe bananas – sliced
Pudding Base
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping and Garnish
- 1 cup heavy cream – whipped
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Wash the strawberries thoroughly, slice them into medium pieces, and place them in a bowl. Peel the bananas and slice them into rounds. Toss the sliced fruits gently to combine and set aside.
- Make the Pudding Base: In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in the whole milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Place the saucepan over medium heat and continue to whisk constantly until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Flavoring: Once the pudding thickens, remove it from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract, mixing well. Allow the pudding to cool slightly while stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
- Layer the Pudding: In your serving dishes, start by adding a layer of the cooled pudding at the bottom. Follow this with a layer of sliced strawberries and bananas. Sprinkle some crushed graham crackers on top. Repeat the layers until you run out of ingredients, finishing with a layer of pudding on top.
- Whip Cream Topping: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the final layer of pudding. For an extra touch, garnish with additional sliced strawberries and a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled pudding for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld and the pudding set. Serve chilled and enjoy every delicious spoonful!
Notes
- Ensure to whisk the pudding base constantly to avoid lumps and prevent burning.
- For best flavor, use ripe bananas and fresh strawberries.
- Allow the pudding to cool slightly before layering to avoid melting the whipped cream.
- Graham crackers can be substituted with digestive biscuits if preferred.
- Chill the pudding for at least 2 hours for the best texture and flavor integration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: strawberry banana pudding, layered pudding dessert, fresh fruit pudding, creamy pudding recipe, easy fruit pudding
