The pudding needs to chill for at least two hours, but you can keep it in the fridge for up to two days before serving. I let mine sit overnight. Per the recipe, I began by adding the cornstarch ...

Banana pudding recipe. For a show-stopping presentation, use a trifle dish or glass bowl (so you can see the layers). You can also use 13x9-inch baking dish.

I love banana pudding. I mean, I’m very Southern, after all, which means it’s practically a requirement of my heritage. But here’s my little secret—I’ve never actually made it myself! As ...

When it comes to topping off the banana pudding, chef Art Smith tends to stick to the classics. "As for the topping, I like either whipped cream or meringue — both work beautifully," he says.

Refashioned as a lofty trifle, the classic American banana-Nilla Wafer pudding loses none of its charm. The recipe includes a foolproof method for pastry cream, the luxurious linchpin of this dessert.