Banana pudding
Banana pudding (sometimes banana cream pudding) is a pudding generally consisting of layers of sweet vanilla flavored custard, vanilla wafers and/or ladyfingers and sliced fresh bananas placed in a dish and served, topped with whipped cream or meringue. Some recipes incorporate the use of Twinkies.[2][3]
 Banana pudding served in a bowl with vanilla wafers | |
| Type | Pudding |
|---|---|
| Course | Dessert |
| Place of origin | United States[1] |
| Region or state | Southern United States[1] |
| Main ingredients | Bananas, Vanilla Wafers or ladyfingers, custard, vanilla flavoring |
It is commonly associated with Southern American cuisine, but it can be found around the country and specific areas.[4] Furthermore, it closely resembles an English trifle in that it is assembled in layers and includes custard, fruit, sponge cake, and whipped cream.
Banana pudding can be prepared using a baked or refrigerated method, with the latter being the more popular, particularly among home cooks. Moreover, many recipes have been adapted using vanilla or banana pudding instead of a true custard. Other recipes omit the wafers.
Method of preparation
A typical method for making banana pudding is to repeatedly layer the bananas, custard, and wafers into a dish and top with whipped cream or meringue. Over time, the wafers will absorb the custard and the layers will press together causing the flavors to intermingle.[5]
National Banana Pudding Festival
The National Banana Pudding Festival is held at the Centerville River Park in Centerville, Tennessee. It is a 2-day event held on the first weekend of October.[6]
See also
References
- Mary Harris Frazer, The Kentucky Receipt Book (BiblioBazaar, October 9, 2008), page 221. ISBN 0-559-33134-7
- https://www.food.com/recipe/twinkie-banana-cream-pudding-dessert-42982
- Rosengarten, David (November 2003). "Southern Banana Pudding". The Splendid Table (American Public Media).
- Richard Sax, Classic Home Desserts: A Treasury of Heirloom and Contemporary Recipes from Around the World (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, April 1, 2000), page 138. ISBN 0-618-00391-6
- Tomlinson, Tommy. "Food." Our State Magazine. Web. 21 Feb. 2012. <http://www.ourstate.com/banana-pudding/>.
- "National Banana Pudding Festival returns for 9th year in Centerville". The Daily Herald. September 8, 2018.
