Banana Pudding with Caramel Sauce

Banana Pudding with Caramel Sauce: A Creamy, Decadent Dessert

Few desserts capture the essence of comfort and indulgence like banana pudding, and when paired with a rich caramel sauce, it becomes an unforgettable treat. This dessert layers soft vanilla wafers, ripe bananas, and silky pudding, all drizzled with luscious caramel — a perfect balance of sweetness and texture. Here’s a detailed, step-by-step guide to making Banana Pudding with Caramel Sauce from scratch.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Banana Pudding:

• 3–4 ripe bananas, sliced
• 1 package (3.4 oz / 96 g) instant vanilla pudding mix
• 2 cups cold whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 package (11–12 oz / 310 g) vanilla wafers

For the Caramel Sauce:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Caramel Sauce

Caramel sauce adds a deep, buttery sweetness that elevates the banana pudding.

1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar, stirring constantly until it turns a golden amber color.
2. Carefully add the butter, stirring until fully melted and incorporated.
3. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking continuously — the mixture will bubble vigorously.
4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
5. Let the caramel sauce cool slightly; it will thicken as it cools.

Tip: Be cautious when handling hot caramel — it can cause burns.

Step 2: Make the Vanilla Pudding

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk.
2. Allow it to set for 5 minutes, then stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
3. For extra creaminess, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons sugar until soft peaks form and fold it gently into the pudding.

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