Ingredients:

  • 4 large egg yolks
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 (12-ounce) package vanilla wafers
  • 4-5 ripe bananas, sliced
  • Optional: 1 cup heavy cream
  • Optional: 2 tbsp sugar

Instructions:

  1. Whisk together egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan.
  2. Gradually whisk in milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and smooth (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Remove from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla extract until melted and incorporated.
  4. Arrange a layer of vanilla wafers on the bottom of the baking dish.
  5. Top with a layer of sliced bananas.
  6. Pour about one-third of the custard over the bananas.
  7. Repeat layers of wafers, bananas, and custard two more times, ending with a layer of custard.
  8. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing gently to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  9. Just before serving, whip heavy cream with sugar until stiff peaks form (optional).
  10. Spoon or slice and serve, topping with whipped cream if desired.