Delicious and Creamy Banana Pudding Surprise

Indulge in the creamy and luscious Banana Pudding Surprise. This delectable dessert combines layers of ripe bananas, vanilla wafers, and a rich homemade custard, all topped with a fluffy whipped cream. It's the perfect treat to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your guests. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can enjoy this delightful dessert in no time.

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 large egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 ripe bananas
• 1 box vanilla wafers
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
2. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually add a small amount of the hot milk mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly. This will temper the yolks and prevent them from curdling.
3. Pour the tempered egg yolks back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
5. Cover the surface of the custard with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until chilled.
6. Slice the ripe bananas into thin rounds.
7. In a trifle dish or a large glass bowl, arrange a layer of vanilla wafers on the bottom. Top with a layer of sliced bananas.
8. Pour a portion of the chilled custard over the bananas, spreading it evenly.
9. Repeat the layers with another layer of vanilla wafers, sliced bananas, and custard.
10. Continue layering until all the ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of custard on top.
11. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
12. Spread the whipped cream over the top layer of custard.
13. Garnish with a few crushed vanilla wafers or banana slices, if desired.
14. Refrigerate the banana pudding surprise for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
15. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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