Warm Banana Pudding With Hot Chocolate Sauce Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 350掳F and grease a baking dish.
• STEP 2.In a saucepan, heat milk and sugar until hot but not boiling.
• STEP 3.In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, cornstarch, and salt.
• STEP 4.Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
• STEP 5.Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat until thickened.
• STEP 6.Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
• STEP 7.Layer sliced bananas and vanilla wafers in the greased baking dish.
• STEP 8.Pour the custard mixture over the bananas and wafers.
• STEP 9.Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pudding is set and golden brown.
• STEP 10.While the pudding is baking, prepare the hot chocolate sauce by melting chocolate and butter in a saucepan.
• STEP 11.Stir in milk and sugar until smooth and heated through.
• STEP 12.Serve the warm banana pudding with a drizzle of hot chocolate sauce.
• STEP 13.Garnish with whipped cream or sliced bananas, if desired.
• STEP 14.Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
• To prevent the custard from forming a skin, place plastic wrap directly on the surface while it cools.
• For a twist, you can add a layer of peanut butter or caramel sauce between the bananas and wafers.
• Serve the pudding warm for the best taste and texture.
• You can also serve the pudding chilled if you prefer.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place individual servings in the microwave for a few seconds or in a preheated oven at 350掳F for 5-10 minutes.
• Serve the warm banana pudding with a drizzle of hot chocolate sauce and garnish with whipped cream or sliced bananas, if desired.