Banana Cream Pie

Tammy Smith

Banana cream pie layers sliced fresh bananas and vanilla custard inside a baked pastry or graham cracker crust, finished with whipped cream on top. The custard is cooked on the stovetop and needs time to cool before assembly, so plan for about two to three hours from start to serving. Using ripe but firm bananas keeps the texture from turning soft before the pie is served.

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Prep Time 45

Cook Time 15

Total Time 1

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings slices

Calories 680 kcal

Equipment

9-inch pie dish
Mixing Bowls
Saucepan
Whisk
Rolling pin

Ingredients

For the Crust:

1 package graham crackers about 10 sheets
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter melted

For the Filling:

3 large egg yolks beaten
3 cups whole milk
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 medium ripe bananas sliced

For the Topping:

1 cup heavy whipping cream chilled
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Prepare the Crust:

In a food processor, pulse the graham crackers until finely ground. Add the granulated sugar and melted butter, pulsing until combined. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, ensuring an even layer on the bottom and up the sides. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.

Make the Filling:

In a saucepan, combine the milk and granulated sugar and heat until steam rises. In a bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and egg yolks, then gradually add the hot milk mixture, whisking constantly.
Return the mixture to the saucepan over medium heat, whisking until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract and butter until smooth. Cool slightly.

Assemble the Pie:

Arrange a layer of banana slices over the crust. Pour half of the custard over the bananas, spreading evenly, then add another layer of bananas and top with the remaining custard. Chill for at least 3 hours to set.

Prepare the Whipped Cream:

In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Spread over the pie.

Notes

For an extra touch of luxury, consider caramelizing the top with a blowtorch for an indulgent brûlée finish.

Nutrition

Calories: 680kcalCarbohydrates: 85gProtein: 9gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 151mgSodium: 385mgPotassium: 427mgFiber: 3gSugar: 49gVitamin A: 1148IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 188mgIron: 2mg

Keyword Banana, banana cream pie, Dessert

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