Strawberry Banana Pudding

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Strawberry Banana Pudding

Creamy, fruity, and comfortingly simple, this Strawberry Banana Pudding is the kind of dessert that satisfies a sweet tooth without fuss.

Prep Time15

Total Time1 15

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Easy, No-Bake

Servings: servings

Calories: 300kcal

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Hand Mixer
Spatula

Ingredients

Fruits

2 cups Fresh Strawberries, sliced hulled and evenly sliced
2 medium Bananas, sliced ripe but firm

Dairy

1 cup Heavy Cream, whipped cold, whipped to medium peaks
1 cup Custard, prepared cooled to room temperature
1/2 cup Sugar granulated; adjust to taste
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure vanilla, room temperature

Instructions

Prepare your fruit first. Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them evenly. Peel and slice the bananas into rounds about 1/4 inch thick. Set aside on a plate to prevent browning while you mix the cream.
Whip the heavy cream. Pour 1 cup of cold heavy cream into a chilled mixing bowl and whip with a hand mixer or stand mixer until medium peaks form. You want it light and airy but not overly stiff.
Mix the custard base. In a separate mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of prepared custard, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Use a whisk or spatula to blend until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth.
Fold whipped cream into custard. Gently fold the whipped cream into the custard mixture with a spatula, using a light hand to preserve the airy texture. Mix until homogenous and creamy.
Layer the pudding. In a serving dish or individual glasses, arrange a layer of sliced strawberries and bananas across the bottom. Pour one third of the creamy custard mixture over the fruit to cover evenly.
Repeat layers. Add another layer of fruit, then another layer of the custard mixture. Repeat until you reach the top of your dish, finishing with a smooth layer of the creamy custard mixture.
Chill to set. Cover the dish with plastic wrap or a lid and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. This allows the flavors to meld and the texture to set.
Serve and garnish. Before serving, top with a few extra sliced strawberries, a banana slice, or a sprinkle of crushed cookies or toasted nuts for texture. Serve cold with a spoon.

Notes

Chill all dairy ingredients before whipping to ensure the cream whips quickly and holds peaks. Use slightly underripe bananas to avoid rapid browning.

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