Ingredients and Weight:
- 4 large bananas, sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1 box (14 oz) vanilla wafers
- 1 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 sleeve (10-12) Chessmen cookies
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the bananas, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, bring the milk to a boil.
- Gradually whisk the boiling milk into the banana mixture.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter until melted.
- Pour the pudding into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine the vanilla wafers, melted butter, and sugar. Mix well.
- Spread the vanilla wafer mixture evenly over the pudding.
- Crush the Chessmen cookies and sprinkle over the vanilla wafer layer.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the recipe
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and decadent
- Sweet and flavorful
- Perfect for a special occasion or a simple dessert
User Comments:
- "This pudding is absolutely delicious! The combination of bananas, vanilla wafers, and Chessmen cookies is a match made in heaven."
- "This recipe is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love serving it to my guests."
- "I love the unique flavor of this pudding. It's not your average banana pudding, but it's even better!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to whisk the pudding constantly while cooking to prevent it from burning.
- If the pudding is too thick, you can add a little more milk.
- If the pudding is too thin, you can cook it for a few minutes longer.
- Allow the pudding to cool slightly before serving to prevent the vanilla wafers from getting soggy.
