Spiked Banana Pudding

Add flour, sugar, and salt to a saucepan.

Beat egg yolks and add them to the milk.

Add the egg mixture to the saucepan and cook over low-medium heat, stirring constantly to achieve a smooth texture and prevent scorching.

Once the mixture has thickened, remove it from the heat.

Add vanilla and banana liqueur to the pudding. Mix well, cover, and store in the refrigerator until assembly.

Add egg whites to a stand mixer and turn the speed to high.

Once the egg whites begin to foam, stop the mixer and add xanthan gum.

Turn the mixer on high speed and add sugar 1 tbsp at a time until all is incorporated.

Continue mixing until stiff peaks form.

Pour in 1/2 tsp vanilla and mix until incorporated.

In your dish, start with crushed cookies.

Top the cookies with the bananas.

Top the bananas with the pudding and repeat the process.

Once done, add the meringue to the pudding using a piping bag or spatula.

Brulee the meringue with a food torch and serve immediately.