Banana pudding
Banana pudding served in a bowl with vanilla wafers | |
| Type | Pudding |
|---|---|
| Course | Dessert |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Region or state | Southern United States |
| Main ingredients | Bananas, Vanilla Wafers or ladyfingers, custard, vanilla flavoring |
Banana pudding (sometimes banana cream pudding) is a dessert generally consisting of layers of sweet vanilla-flavored custard, vanilla wafers or ladyfingers, and sliced fresh bananas which are assembled in a dish and served topped with whipped cream or meringue.
It is commonly associated with Southern US cuisine, but it can be found around the country in specific areas.