Description
A classic Southern dessert with layers of creamy banana custard, ripe bananas, and vanilla wafers, chilled to perfection. Finished with whipped topping and maraschino cherries for indulgent comfort.
Ingredients
Vanilla wafers 100–120
6 large, ripened bananas
3 cups whole milk
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
Whipped topping (homemade or store-bought)
Tender crumb cake (store-bought or fresh)
Maraschino cherries (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) if making homemade crumb cake (see note)
Blend bananas, milk, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla until smooth
Layer crumb cake in a 9×13-inch dish
Alternate banana slices and custard mixture, creating 3-4 layers
Top with whipped topping and crumbled crumb cake
Chill for at least 2 hours before serving
Garnish with maraschino cherries
Notes
Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness
For vegan version: substitute with coconut milk/cream and vegan whipped topping
Gluten-free cookies work as substitute
Chill for 6+ hours to ensure texture sets properly
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Bake (chilled)
- Cuisine: American (Southern)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of dish)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg