Quick Description
This easy milk and banana dessert is smooth, creamy, and naturally sweet. It features a soft vanilla milk pudding base topped with warm caramelized banana slices. Light, comforting, and perfect for any time of year.
Simple ingredients. Big flavor.
Servings & Timing
- Servings: 4 small cups
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: About 2ยฝ hours
Ingredients
Milk Pudding Base
- 2 cups whole milk
- ยผ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter
Banana Topping
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons water
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Make the Milk Pudding
- In a saucepan, whisk together:
- Milk
- Sugar
- Cornstarch
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Once thick and smooth (about 4โ6 minutes), remove from heat.
- Stir in vanilla and butter.
- Pour into serving cups.
- Refrigerate for at least 1โ2 hours until set.
Step 2: Prepare Banana Topping
- In a small pan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add sugar and water. Stir until slightly caramelized.
- Add banana slices and cook 2โ3 minutes until soft and coated.
Let cool slightly.
Step 3: Assemble
Spoon banana topping over chilled pudding.
Serve immediately or refrigerate another 30 minutes.
Texture Tips
- Stir pudding constantly to avoid lumps.
- Do not overcook bananas โ they should stay slightly firm.
- For extra smooth pudding, strain before chilling.
Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving)
- Calories: 260โ320
- Protein: 5โ7 g
- Carbs: 40 g
- Fat: 10 g
Optional Variations
- Add cinnamon
- Add crushed biscuits layer
- Add chocolate drizzle
- Blend bananas into pudding for stronger flavor
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 3 days
- Best eaten within 48 hours