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Silky Salty Peanut Banana Pudding Recipe

Silky Salty Peanut Banana Pudding Recipe


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  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 9 1x

Description

Rich and creamy salty peanut banana pudding brings Southern comfort to dessert tables with nostalgic charm. Layers of silky pudding, ripe bananas, and crunchy peanuts create a delightful finale you’ll savor with pure satisfaction.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 large bananas, sliced
  • 1 box (11 oz/311 g) vanilla wafers or butter cookies
  • 2 cups salted peanuts, roughly chopped
  • 1 package (3.4 oz/96 g) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Crushed peanuts (for garnish)
  • Banana slices (for garnish)
  • Whipped cream (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pudding Preparation: Whisk instant pudding mix and cold milk in a medium bowl until smooth and thickened, creating a creamy base.
  2. Cream Fusion: Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until forming stiff, luxurious peaks, then gently fold into the pudding mixture to maintain its airy consistency.
  3. Layering Foundation: Chill the pudding mixture, then select a serving vessel and create the first stratum by spreading a generous portion of the chilled pudding across the bottom.
  4. Textural Composition: Systematically layer thinly sliced ripe bananas, followed by vanilla wafers and a sprinkle of salted peanuts, repeating the process to build multiple delectable strata.
  5. Final Touches: Complete the dessert with a smooth pudding surface, optionally garnishing with crushed peanuts, banana slices, and a delicate whipped cream accent.
  6. Flavor Development: Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours or overnight, allowing the flavors to harmonize and intensify, transforming the dessert into a sublime culinary experience.

Notes

  • Banana Ripeness Matters: Select perfectly ripe bananas with golden-brown speckles for optimal sweetness and smooth texture, preventing bland or overly firm fruit layers.
  • Prevent Browning Technique: Lightly toss banana slices with lemon juice to maintain their fresh appearance and prevent rapid oxidation during preparation.
  • Texture Balance Strategy: Layer ingredients carefully to ensure each spoonful contains a harmonious blend of creamy pudding, soft bananas, crunchy wafers, and salty peanuts.
  • Make-Ahead Wisdom: Prepare the dessert a day in advance to allow flavors to develop fully, with wafers softening slightly and ingredients melding together for enhanced taste experience.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: None
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 9
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 18 g
  • Sodium: 200 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 37 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg