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Homemade Banana Cream Pie Recipe

Homemade Banana Cream Pie Recipe
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Indulge in the creamy goodness of this homemade Banana Cream Pie! A classic dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, luscious banana custard filling, and a billowy whipped cream topping.

Ingredients

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For the crust:

  • 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the filling:

  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 ripe bananas, sliced

For the topping:

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into pie pan and bake.
  2. Make the filling: Whisk sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan. Gradually add milk, cook until thickened. Temper egg yolks, then combine with milk mixture. Cook until thickened. Stir in butter and vanilla. Cool slightly.
  3. Assemble the pie: Arrange banana slices on crust. Pour custard over bananas. Chill for at least 4 hours.
  4. Prepare the topping: Whip cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread over pie before serving.

Notes

  • Use firm but ripe bananas to avoid browning.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of rum or banana liqueur to the custard.
  • Store leftover pie covered in the refrigerator.

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