Half Banana Pudding, Half Strawberry Shortcake: The Ultimate Dessert Fusion

Introduction:
If you’re caught between craving the creamy richness of banana pudding and the fresh, fruity goodness of strawberry shortcake, why not enjoy both in one bite? Introducing Half Banana Pudding, Half Strawberry Shortcake—a decadent dessert that perfectly marries two beloved treats into a unique fusion. This dessert combines layers of sweet bananas and vanilla pudding with fresh strawberries and buttery shortcake, creating a balance of creamy, fruity, and cakey textures. It’s the best of both worlds in one delicious dessert!

Ingredients:

For the Banana Pudding Layer:

1 1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 large egg yolks
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 ripe bananas, sliced
1 cup vanilla wafer cookies (plus extra for garnish)
For the Strawberry Shortcake Layer:

1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for macerating the strawberries)
1 batch homemade shortcake or store-bought sponge cake, cut into cubes
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
How to Make:

Prepare the Banana Pudding Layer: