Banana Vanilla Pudding & Tropical Fruit Trifle Recipe
Short Description
This Banana Vanilla Pudding & Tropical Fruit Trifle is a refreshing layered dessert that combines creamy vanilla pudding, sweet bananas, and a tropical fruit medley, topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of toasted coconut. Perfect for summer gatherings!
Ingredients
For the Vanilla Pudding
2 cups (480ml) whole milk
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
¼ cup (30g) cornstarch
1 pinch of salt
4 large egg yolks
2 tbsp (30g) unsalted butter
2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Trifle
3 ripe bananas, sliced
1 cup (150g) diced mango
1 cup (150g) diced pineapple
1 cup (150g) diced kiwi
1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup (40g) toasted coconut flakes (optional)
Instructions
Make the Vanilla Pudding
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt over medium heat.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually add a small amount of the warm milk mixture into the egg yolks, stirring constantly, to temper the eggs.
Slowly pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture, whisking continuously. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 5–7 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract. Allow the pudding to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until chilled.
Prepare the Whipped Cream
In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Set aside.
Prepare the Fruit
Peel and slice the bananas. Dice the mango, pineapple, and kiwi into small bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
Assemble the Trifle
In a large trifle dish or individual serving glasses, layer the ingredients starting with a spoonful of vanilla pudding at the bottom.
Add a layer of sliced bananas, followed by a layer of the diced tropical fruits (mango, pineapple, and kiwi).
Repeat the layers, ending with a layer of vanilla pudding on top.
Spread a generous layer of whipped cream on top of the pudding layer.
Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle toasted coconut flakes over the whipped cream for added texture and flavor.
Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
Tips
You can make the pudding and whip the cream ahead of time for easy assembly.
Feel free to mix and match tropical fruits depending on availability, such as papaya or passion fruit.
For a non-dairy version, substitute the milk and heavy cream with coconut milk or almond milk.
This Banana Vanilla Pudding & Tropical Fruit Trifle is the perfect blend of creamy, fruity, and tropical flavors, making it a delicious showstopper for any occasion! 🍌🍍🥭