Name: Homemade Banana Pudding Popsicles Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 6 h
Total time: 6 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (3.4 oz) package instant banana cream pudding mix; 2 cups milk (preferably full-fat); ½ tablespoon vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract); Pinch of kosher salt; 3 ripe bananas (peeled and halved, about 1 ½ cups)

Description

Delight in these creamy, homemade banana popsicles made with instant banana cream pudding mix and ripe bananas. Perfect for a refreshing treat, these popsicles combine the rich flavors of banana and vanilla into a smooth, frozen dessert that's easy to prepare and delicious for all ages.

Ingredients

1 (3.4 oz) package instant banana cream pudding mix
2 cups milk (preferably full-fat)
½ tablespoon vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
Pinch of kosher salt
3 ripe bananas (peeled and halved, about 1 ½ cups)

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Instructions

Prepare the mixture: Add the milk, instant banana cream pudding mix, peeled and halved bananas, a pinch of kosher salt, and vanilla bean paste to the bowl of a blender. This combination creates the flavorful base for the popsicles.
Blend the ingredients: Cover and blend the mixture until it becomes creamy and fully smooth, ensuring that the bananas and pudding mix are thoroughly combined for a uniform texture.
Fill the molds: Place popsicle molds on a baking sheet or tray for stability. Pour the blended mixture carefully into each cavity, filling about three-quarters full without overfilling to prevent spills during freezing.
Freeze: Cover the molds and transfer them to the freezer. Allow the popsicles to freeze for at least 6 hours, or until they are completely firm, to achieve the ideal frozen consistency.
Release the popsicles: When ready to serve, remove the popsicle molds from the freezer. Run the bottoms under warm water while the molds are still covered or let them sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes. This loosens the popsicles for easy removal.
Serve and enjoy: Gently pull on the sticks to release the banana popsicles from the molds. Enjoy immediately as a refreshing and creamy frozen treat.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute the milk with almond or coconut milk and use a dairy-free pudding mix if available.
If you prefer sweeter popsicles, add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup before blending.
The vanilla bean paste can be replaced with an equal amount of vanilla extract if needed.
Ensure bananas are ripe for the best natural sweetness and rich banana flavor.
Using full-fat milk enhances the creaminess of the popsicles, but lower-fat options can be used as well.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours (freezing time)
Category: Dessert
Method: Blending
Cuisine: American