Chocolate Banana Pudding- traditional banana pudding gets even better with chocolate pudding. A homemade chocolate pudding, fresh whipped cream, banana slices, and vanilla wafers combine to make a cool and creamy southern dessert that is perfect for summer.

 
I’ve made lots of twists on banana pudding. Scroll down to see more recipes. I can never resist chocolate and it makes a great flavor addition to banana pudding.
This is a from-scratch recipe, but it is easy to make.
HOW TO MAKE CHOCOLATE BANANA PUDDING:

First step is to make a chocolate pudding. Have all your ingredients measured and ready to go before you begin making it. Be sure to temper the eggs slowly or you will scramble them. Let the pudding cool to room temperature. Layer the pudding, vanilla wafers, and banana slices in a trifle dish or glass bowl.
Make some fresh whipped cream and spread on top.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours so the cookies get soft. Serve cold.

 
RECIPE TIPS:
Don’t use bananas that are too ripe. They should be yellow with few, if any, black spots. If you use overripe bananas, the banana flavor will be too strong and they will start to turn brown faster.
Since the banana slices will be completely covered, they shouldn’t turn brown. But they will start to after a few days.
Will keep for 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator.
Tip for making whipped cream: The cream will whip much more easily if you refrigerate the bowl and beaters for at least 30 minutes beforehand....