Recipe on the Back Ep 1: Original Nilla Banana Pudding

whipped topping

🥗Healthier: light whipped topping

💰Cheaper: homemade whipped cream

Light whipped topping reduces calories while homemade whipped cream can be more economical.

instant vanilla pudding mix

🥗Healthier: homemade vanilla pudding

💰Cheaper: generic brand pudding mix

Homemade pudding can be healthier and more flavorful.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: pure vanilla extract

💰Cheaper: vanilla flavoring

Pure vanilla extract is healthier, while flavoring is cheaper.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt lowers calories while maintaining creaminess.

Mix together 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/3 cup flour, and a dash of salt in a bowl.

Add 3 egg yolks to the mixture.

Whisk together until well blended.

Add 2 cups of whole milk and whisk again.

Cook the mixture over a double boiler, stirring constantly for about 10-12 minutes until thickened.

Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl to ensure smoothness.

Let the custard cool slightly while preparing the meringue topping.

Beat 4 egg whites on high until soft peaks form.

Gradually add 1/4 cup granulated sugar while mixing until stiff and glossy peaks form.

Reserve 12 Nilla Wafers for garnish.

Layer the custard, banana slices, and crushed Nilla Wafers in individual parfait glasses.

Top with meringue using two spoons to spread it evenly.

Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until lightly browned, or use a kitchen torch to toast the meringue.

Let cool before serving.

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