Description
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this Homemade Banana Cream Pie that features a luscious custard filling made from ripe bananas, topped with whipped cream and garnished with banana slices. A perfect dessert for any occasion!
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 6 tbsp butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3 large egg yolks, beaten
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
For the Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a pie dish and bake until golden.
- Make the Filling: In a saucepan, combine sugar, flour, salt, and milk. Cook until thickened. Stir a little into the beaten egg yolks, then return all to the saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil, remove from heat, add butter and vanilla. Cool slightly, then add sliced bananas.
- Assemble the Pie: Pour the filling into the crust. Chill in the fridge until set.
- Prepare the Topping: Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread over the pie.
- Serve: Garnish with banana slices and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a layer of chocolate ganache between the crust and filling.
- Ensure the custard filling is completely cooled before adding the sliced bananas.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
