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Coconut Banana Pudding

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March 23, 2020

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Coconut Banana Pudding – Classic banana pudding is taken up a notch by using coconut milk and coconut cream in the recipe. We also finish it off with a topping of toasted coconut!

Coconut Banana Pudding topped with banana slices and toasted coconut

It’s been a week of isolation for us and it’s going by faster than we thought. Anyone else? I think it helps that we still have unpacking to do from our move last month so that’s kept us busy. We’ve also been cheating hardcore by letting Lucy have way more screen time than typically allowed. But we gotta do what we gotta do to keep sane!!

Today’s recipe was created as great alternative to the classic banana puddings that I’ve talked about tons before. I saw a version of it in a cook book and I thought it was a genius idea. The recipe for banana pudding was almost exactly the same but made with coconut milk in place of whole milk.

The end result was a creamy banana pudding with the perfect touches of coconut. And be cause the main coconut flavor comes from real coconut milk, the flavor doesn’t taste artificial in the slightest.

Without further ago, here is my Coconut Banana Pudding!

Glass of Coconut Banana Pudding in front of a bunch of bananas
Glass of Coconut Banana Pudding topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut
Spoonful of the Coconut Banana Pudding with toasted coconut and a banana slice above a glass of the pudding

How to make this pudding

Like I mentioned before, this pudding recipe is almost exactly the same as a vanilla pudding recipe, except that coconut milk is used instead of whole milk. Oh and there’s coconut extract in the pudding, along with vanilla, to really enhance the coconut flavor but still keep it mellow and subtle.

To make pudding there are a few major steps:

  1. Heat milk
  2. Whisk eggs separately with sugar and cornstarch/flour
  3. Slowly whisk hot milk into egg yolks
  4. Cook custard mixture until thick as pudding
  5. Cool pudding completely

Once the pudding is cool, it’s time to assemble the pudding. For this recipe, I am serving the pudding parfait-style, which means it’s in individual glasses with multiple layers. But I also give you a tip in the notes for making a large pudding dish, if you prefer something more classic.

Assembling the parfaits

To assemble the parfaits, you start with vanilla wafers. I used about 4 or 5 for the bottom layer. Then comes the banana slices, also about 4 or 5. Next comes the coconut vanilla pudding.

Glass of banana pudding with a layer of vanilla wafers and banana slices on top

The layers are repeated once more and then the pudding is topped with homemade coconut whipped cream. The coconut whipped cream is made with coconut cream, which is different than coconut milk. It’s thicker and has more fat, which makes it perfect for whipping into cream.

Finally, the whole parfait is topped with toasted coconut. I bought sweetened coconut flakes and cooked about 1/2 cup in a 350-degree oven until toasted and golden brown.

Tips & Tricks

  1. When cooking the pudding on the stove, it will seem like the pudding is never going to thicken. 5 minutes will go by and it still feels super runny and thin and nothing like pudding. But then minute 7 or 8 comes and suddenly the mixture is SUPER thick, just like that! So don’t give up and just keep whisking.
  2. Super ripe bananas are the best for banana pudding (and any banana dessert, really). So make sure to buy some bananas about 3-5 days before you plan to make this pudding so they have enough time to get a few brown freckles on the peel.
  3. Pudding needs about 2 hours to chill after cooking. Therefore, make sure to give yourself enough time to let the pudding cool before assembling. It’s also best to make these the night before to let the wafers get soft in the pudding overnight.
  4. This recipe makes 6 large parfaits. I could not finish a parfait by myself so it’s definitely a double portion that’s perfect for sharing. Or you can use smaller cups and make the portions a little smaller, especially if serving at a party.
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Coconut Banana Pudding

Classic banana pudding is taken up a notch by using coconut milk and coconut cream in the recipe. We also finish it off with a topping of toasted coconut!
Prep Time30 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Resting Time2 hours hrs
Total Time2 hours hrs 45 minutes mins
Servings: 6 large pudding parfaits

Ingredients

For the coconut pudding:
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 2 13.66-ounce cans coconut milk unsweetened
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1⅓ cup sugar
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon coconut extract
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter sliced into 4 pats
For the coconut whipped cream:
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup coconut cream
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
For assembly of pudding parfaits:
  • 4 large bananas
  • 60 vanilla wafers (about 1/3 box)
  • ½ cup toasted coconut

Instructions

Make the pudding:
  • In a medium saucepan, heat the coconut milk, milk, and salt over medium heat until just before boiling. Remove from heat. In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar until the mixture is pale yellow, about 1 minute. Add the cornstarch and whisk together. Slowly pour the scalded milk into the egg yolk mixture while whisking.
  • Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and heat over medium. Whisk constantly until the mixture thickens to a pudding, about 6 minutes. Remove from heat and continue to whisk for 2 minutes to cool it down. Whisk the vanilla extract and butter into the pudding until the butter has melted. Cover the pastry cream with plastic wrap so that the plastic touches the top of it to prevent a film from forming on top. Refrigerate until the mixture has completely cooled, about 2 hours
Make the whipped cream:
  • When the pudding is cool and ready to be used in the assembly of the parfaits, make the whipped cream. Add the heavy whipping cream, coconut cream, and sugar to a bowl fitted for a stand mixer. Using a whisk attachment, whip the cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
Assemble the parfaits:
  • Place 5 vanilla wafers in the bottom of a stemless wineglass or old-fashioned glass. Slice a banana and put 4 slices at the bottom. Cover with 1/2 cup of pudding. Repeat the layers once more. Top with 2 tablespoons of whipped cream and toasted coconut shreds. Repeat with 5 other parfaits. See notes below for how to make this pudding in one large dish.

Notes

  1. If you rather make one large banana pudding, simply layer the ingredients in a large casserole dish, making one layer of each instead of two layers. You may need to double the whipped cream recipe, but you’ll have plenty of the other ingredients to make it happen. 
  2. To toast coconut, place sweetened coconut on baking sheet in one even layer and bake in 350-degree oven for 5 minutes or until the coconut turns golden brown. Let it cool completely before using. 

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Coconut Banana Pudding photo collage

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    • Head Soccer says

      December 3, 2024 at 2:12 am

      What a rich dish!

      Reply
  2. Jo says

    March 30, 2020 at 8:27 am

    Wow that is one incredible pudding! I can easily wipe off a couple of jars easily. It’s so delicious looking!

    Reply
  3. Sara says

    March 30, 2020 at 12:57 am

    Oh my gosh, I actually have all of the ingredients for this coconut banana pudding in my pantry right now, and I cannot wait to make it! It looks amazing, and I’m sure the flavor is incredible!

    Reply
  4. Paige says

    March 28, 2020 at 8:19 pm

    Oh my gosh this looks amazing. I love banana pudding, and this one looks so pretty in individual glasses.. YUM.

    Reply
  5. Veronika says

    March 27, 2020 at 4:16 pm

    I want this banana pudding right now! Looks absolutely delicious and I need to make it this week!

    Reply
  6. Analida Braeger says

    March 26, 2020 at 8:57 pm

    I had all the stuff to make these while sheltering in place and these were amazing treats! Thanks so much!

    Reply
  7. Amy Liu Dong says

    March 26, 2020 at 3:25 am

    Oh my goodness, this coconut banana pudding really makes my mouthwatering, I need to try this today, deliciou!

    Reply
  8. Denise says

    March 25, 2020 at 4:54 pm

    This is so creamy and delicious! The toasted coconut is AMAZING with the banana pudding!

    Reply
  9. Carissa says

    March 25, 2020 at 1:46 am

    I always make banana pudding for my family, and I love the twist of the coconut! I think this is something they would love as well!

    Reply
  10. Ashlyn @ F5 Method says

    March 24, 2020 at 8:23 pm

    I am an absolute sucker for toasted coconut and will literally eat anything if it is on it – but the fact that there is banana pudding under there makes me even more excited! great pictures and such a clever flavor combo! 🙂

    Reply
  11. Angela Campos says

    March 24, 2020 at 2:20 pm

    This looks like an amazing recipe! I can not wait to make it, YUM!!!!

    Reply
  12. Anna says

    March 24, 2020 at 11:11 am

    I love anything with bananas or coconut! The texture of this pudding looks so smooth and creamy, I can only imagine how wonderful the taste must be!

    Reply
  13. Marina says

    March 24, 2020 at 9:29 am

    This looks so delicious. I love desserts with bananas. Something I will definetely try.

    Reply
  14. Kileen says

    March 24, 2020 at 1:26 am

    This looks and sounds so amazing! I think this treat would be so delicious! I’m gonna try and make this this week!

    Kileen
    cute & little

    Reply
  15. Kileen says

    March 24, 2020 at 1:25 am

    This looks and sounds so amazing! I think this treat would be so delicious!

    Kileen
    cute & little

    Reply
  16. Anita says

    March 23, 2020 at 6:04 pm

    What a delicious looking pudding, and the flavor combo of banana and coconut works surprisingly well together. I will be needing more sweets with this lovely pair.

    Reply
  17. Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness says

    March 23, 2020 at 4:33 pm

    For me, it has also been passing pretty quickly. I have a lot of stuff to do lately, so that helps!
    This pudding looks so good!! I am OBSESSED with this combo!

    Reply
  18. Kacey Perez says

    March 23, 2020 at 4:31 pm

    This looks simply delicious and would be a fun one to make with my little ones while we are quarantined! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  19. Carrie Robinson says

    March 23, 2020 at 4:30 pm

    I want to dig right into this! Looks amazing! 🙂

    Reply
  20. Emily Liao says

    March 23, 2020 at 4:26 pm

    This banana pudding is now one of my favorite recipes to make! It’s so creamy and smooth, with just the right amount of banana flavoring.

    Reply
  21. Heather says

    March 23, 2020 at 3:21 pm

    I bet those flavors together are so good. I can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  22. Gloria says

    March 23, 2020 at 1:45 pm

    Yum…this looks divine. We all need some brightness in our lives right now. Homemade pudding does that for sure.

    Reply
  23. Katerina says

    March 23, 2020 at 6:49 am

    I love the flavour combo here – coconut and banana – it reminds me of a vacation! I always love finding another way to use up those browning bananas, so thank you for the inspiration!

    Reply

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