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Eater
3 days ago
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- Eater
Magnolia Bakery's Banana Pudding Recipe Is Bliss in a Bowl
is the editor of Eater at Home. Her areas of expertise include home cooking and popular culture. Although Magnolia Bakery is mostly synonymous with cupcakes in the public imagination — thanks, of course, to a fateful (and lucrative) Season 3 episode of Sex and the City — its banana pudding has also inspired its own share of fandom. Back in 2005, the dessert was largely overshadowed by the bakery's cupcakes, but the true believers knew, and kept coming, lured by the astoundingly rich layers of pudding interspersed with Nilla wafers, sliced bananas, and whipped cream. The recipe itself is fairly basic, a near copy of the one found on the Jell-O pudding box; the crucial difference is that Magnolia adds sweetened condensed milk to the pudding mix, supercharging it into a delight that borders on the obscene. It's easy to make, and hard to resist. The best way to eat it, incidentally, is by the vat. Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding Recipe Ingredients: 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk 1½ cups (360 grams/12.7 ounces) ice-cold water 1 (3.4-ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix (preferably Jell-O brand) 3 cups (720 grams/25.5 ounces) heavy cream 1 (11-ounce) box Nilla wafers 4 to 5 ripe bananas, sliced Instructions: Step 1: In a stand mixer with the whisk, beat the condensed milk and water on medium speed until well combined, about 1 minute. Add the pudding mix and beat until there are no lumps and the mixture is smooth, about 2 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a medium bowl, cover and refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour or overnight. Step 2: In a stand mixer with the whisk, whip the heavy cream on medium speed for about 1 minute, until the cream starts to thicken, then increase the speed to medium-high and whip until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip. Step 3: With the mixer running on low speed, add the pudding mixture a spoonful at a time. Mix until well blended and no streaks of pudding remain. Step 4: To assemble, select a trifle bowl or a wide glass bowl with a 4- to 5-quart capacity, or individual serving bowls. Saving 4 to 5 cookies for the garnish on top, begin assembly. Spread one-quarter of the pudding over the bottom and layer with one-third of the cookies and one-third of the sliced bananas (enough to cover the layer). Repeat the layering twice more. End with a final layer of pudding. Garnish the top with additional cookies or cookie crumbs. Step 5: Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours. Cookies should be tender when poked with a knife. This dessert is best served within 12 hours of assembling. Reprinted with permission from The Magnolia Bakery Handbook: A Complete Guide for the Home Baker by Bobbie Lloyd © Harper Design 2020. All rights reserved. Dina Ávila is a photographer living in Portland, Oregon. Recipe tested by Ivy Manning
Business Journals
07-07-2025
- Business
- Business Journals
Magnolia Bakery plans Chicago expansion through franchise program
New York City-based Magnolia Bakery plans to expand its Chicago presence through a new U.S. franchise program, a first for the company in its nearly 30 years of existence. The bakery currently has 12 locations across New York City, Chicago and Los Angeles. Its only Chicago shop is downtown at 108 N. State St., where 30 employees work. GET TO KNOW YOUR CITY Find Local Events Near You Connect with a community of local professionals. Explore All Events expand 'We are looking forward to expanding our footprint with additional retail bakeries in neighborhoods across Chicago,' said Magnolia Bakery CEO Bobbie Lloyd. Courtesy of Magnolia Bakery Magnolia will open its first franchise location in Salt Lake City next year, and is eyeing Chicago next. Local neighborhoods targeted for Magnolia shops include River North, Fulton Market, Lincoln Park and Wrigleyville. The bakery aims to also open suburban locations in Naperville, Wilmette, Highland Park, Vernon Hills and Oak Park. 'We look at neighborhoods that have a mix of residential, tourism, entertainment, retail, office buildings and a cultural draw,' said Bobbie Lloyd, CEO and chief baking officer of Magnolia Bakery. 'We are looking forward to expanding our footprint with additional retail bakeries in neighborhoods across Chicago.' Store sizes will vary from 1,200 to 2,000 square feet. expand Magnolia Bakery plans to expand its Chicago presence through a new U.S. franchise program. Courtesy of Bryan Johnson Studio Magnolia recently hired Jason Mattes as vice president of domestic franchise development to lead the company's franchise growth. 'With today's booming premium dessert market, coupled with Magnolia Bakery's high-quality products, this franchising initiative offers a unique opportunity for franchisees to deliver an elevated experience that stands apart from typical dessert franchises,' Lloyd said. Sign up for the Business Journal's free daily newsletter to receive the latest business news impacting Chicago.
Axios
10-06-2025
- Business
- Axios
New York's Magnolia Bakery to open Salt Lake City store in 2026
New York City's popular Magnolia Bakery has sweet plans to open in Salt Lake City next year. Why it matters: It will be the bakery's first Utah location, part of a growing trend of national and international food chains expanding in the Beehive State. Driving the news: The bakery's first U.S. franchise location was awarded to Salt Lake City last month after the company launched its domestic franchising program. The move to franchise in the U.S. comes after the bakery said it found success in diverse markets. Since opening in 1996, the shop has rolled out storefronts in Los Angeles, Chicago and countries including India, the Philippines and Qatar. The intrigue: Locals' propensity for sweet treats, the city's rapid growth and its appeal to families were key factors in the decision, CEO Bobbie Lloyd told Axios Salt Lake City. "It checks all the boxes of the many things we look for," Lloyd said. The big picture: Utah, the birthplace of dirty soda shops and several gourmet cookie companies, is well known for its sugar culture. Utah led the nation in candy purchases via Instacart in 2022. Between the lines: The bakery is known for its banana pudding, cupcakes and other American baked goods.
