Strawberry Banana Pudding

Creamy, fruity, and endlessly comforting, this Strawberry Banana Pudding is the kind of dessert that feels like a warm hug on a plate.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Easy, Fruity

Prep Time: 15

Total Time: 1 15

Servings: servings

Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Spatula
Serving Dish

Ingredients

Fruits

2 cups Fresh Strawberries, sliced
2 medium Bananas, sliced

Cream and Custard

1 cup Heavy Cream, whipped cold, whipped to soft peaks
1 cup Custard, prepared cooled to room temperature
1/2 cup Sugar adjust to taste; use less for very ripe fruit
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

Prepare the fruit: Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them evenly. Peel and slice the bananas into 1/4-inch rounds to ensure even layering.
Whip the cream: Pour 1 cup of cold heavy cream into a chilled mixing bowl. Whip on medium speed until soft peaks form — the cream should be fluffy but still smooth.
Mix the custard base: In another bowl, combine 1 cup prepared custard with 1/2 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is silky.
Fold in the whipped cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the custard mixture using a spatula. Use broad, gentle strokes to keep the mixture light and airy. Aim for a uniform pale cream color.
Layer the pudding: In a glass serving dish or individual cups, lay half of the sliced strawberries in an even layer, then add half of the banana slices. Pour half of the creamy custard mixture over the fruit and spread gently.
Repeat layers: Add the remaining strawberries and bananas, then top with the rest of the custard mixture. Smooth the top with a spatula for a tidy finish.
Chill: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld and the texture set slightly.
Serve: Before serving, garnish with extra sliced strawberries, a few banana rounds, or a sprinkle of crushed cookies or toasted nuts for crunch.

Notes

Store leftover pudding in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The fruit will release juices over time, so expect the texture to soften.

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