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Banana Cream Pie

A delightful dessert made with ripe bananas, creamy vanilla pudding, and a buttery graham cracker crust that brings warmth and joy to any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the crust

  • 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs You could also use crushed vanilla wafers.
  • 1/2 cup Butter, melted Essential for richness.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Adds a hint of sweetness.

For the pudding

  • 2 cups Whole milk Best for creamy pudding.
  • 3 large Egg yolks Help thicken the pudding.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Key for classic flavor.
  • 3 ripe Fresh bananas Use bananas with brown spots for sweetness.

For the topping

  • 1 cup Heavy cream For whipping.
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar To sweeten whipped cream.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well coated.
  • Press this mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie dish and bake for about 10 minutes. Let it cool.
  • In a saucepan, heat milk over medium heat. In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until smooth.
  • Gradually pour the hot milk into the egg mixture while whisking constantly.
  • Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, and let it cool slightly.
  • Slice fresh bananas and layer them over the cooled pie crust. Pour the pudding mixture over the bananas.
  • Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread this whipped cream over the pudding layer.

Chill and Serve

  • Cover the pie and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
  • When ready to serve, slice and enjoy the joy it brings to your family.

Notes

For a crispier crust, bake a little longer, but watch for burning. Always use ripe bananas for natural sweetness. Don't skip the chilling step—it's essential for flavor melding.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
Keyword Banana Cream Pie, Comfort Food, Dessert Recipe, nostalgic treat
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