Strawberry Crunch Banana Pudding offers a delightful twist on a classic favorite. Creamy banana pudding layers with fresh bananas and a crunchy strawberry-flavored topping. It’s perfect for parties or special treats, combining creamy textures with a fun crunch for a unique and flavorful dessert experience.
Strawberry Crunch Banana Pudding Recipe
This Strawberry Crunch Banana Pudding combines creamy banana pudding with fresh bananas and a crunchy strawberry-flavored topping, creating a fun twist on a classic dessert.
Ingredients
- For the Banana Pudding:
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 3/4 cups whole milk
4 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Crunch Layer:
1 1/2 cups crushed strawberry-flavored cereal (such as Strawberry Crunch or similar)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- For Assembly:
4-5 ripe bananas, sliced
Whipped cream (store-bought or homemade)
Directions
- Prepare the Banana Pudding:
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it begins to thicken and come to a boil.
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Temper the egg yolks by gradually adding a few spoonfuls of the hot milk mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly.
- Slowly pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining pudding mixture, whisking continuously.
- Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the pudding is thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract.
- Transfer the pudding to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap (pressing it directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming), and let it cool to room temperature.
- Prepare the Crunch Layer:
- In a medium bowl, mix the crushed strawberry-flavored cereal with granulated sugar.
- Stir in the melted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Set aside.
- Assemble the Pudding:
- In a trifle dish, large bowl, or individual serving glasses, spoon a layer of banana pudding into the bottom.
- Add a layer of sliced bananas on top of the pudding.
- Sprinkle a layer of the strawberry crunch mixture over the bananas.
- Repeat the layers until the dish or glasses are filled, ending with a layer of the strawberry crunch topping.
- Top and Garnish:
- Spread a generous layer of whipped cream over the top of the pudding.
- Garnish with additional slices of banana and a sprinkle of extra strawberry crunch if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Chill the banana pudding in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the pudding to set.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the delicious combination of creamy banana pudding and crunchy strawberry goodness!
- This Strawberry Crunch Banana Pudding combines the classic flavors of banana pudding with a delightful crunch, making it a fun and tasty dessert.