BANANA CREAM PIE RECIPE

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Introduction:

This Banana Cream Pie recipe is a classic dessert that is sure to impress your family and friends. With a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy banana filling, and fresh whipped cream topping, this pie is the perfect combination of flavors and textures. It’s easy to make and is the perfect treat for any occasion.

Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 3 hours | Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 6 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2-3 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for 7-10 minutes until golden brown. Let crust cool.
  2. In a saucepan, heat milk until hot but not boiling. In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, salt, and egg yolks. Gradually whisk in the hot milk. Return mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract. Let custard cool slightly.
  3. Layer sliced bananas on the bottom of the cooled crust. Pour the custard over the bananas. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  4. Before serving, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 380 || Carbohydrates: 45g || Protein: 4g || Fat: 21g || Fiber: 2g

What I Love About This Recipe?

  1. The creamy banana filling adds a delicious and fruity flavor to the pie.
  2. The graham cracker crust provides a crunchy and sweet contrast to the creamy filling.
  3. The fresh whipped cream topping adds a light and fluffy finish to the dessert.
  4. This pie is easy to make and is always a crowd-pleaser at gatherings and events.
  5. The combination of flavors and textures makes this Banana Cream Pie a standout dessert that everyone will love.

What To Avoid While Making this Recipe?

  1. Avoid overcooking the custard as it can become too thick and lose its creamy texture.
  2. Make sure to fully cool the crust before adding the custard to prevent it from becoming soggy.
  3. Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture in the pie.
  4. Whip the cream just until stiff peaks form to avoid overbeating and making it too dense.
  5. Chill the pie for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together and for the custard to set properly.

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