Creamy, dreamy, and downright irresistible, this Fabulous Banana Cream Pie is the ultimate dessert for banana lovers. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a luscious homemade vanilla custard, and layers of perfectly ripe bananas, this pie strikes the perfect balance between decadent and refreshing. Topped with a cloud of lightly sweetened whipped cream, every bite is a symphony of silky textures and bold, comforting flavors. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or treating yourself to something special, this no-fuss recipe delivers impressive results in just a few simple steps. With its golden crust, vibrant banana slices, and rich, velvety filling, this banana cream pie is sure to become your new go-to treat for any occasion!
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until evenly coated.
Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust, covering the bottom and sides evenly.
Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Remove and cool completely.
In a medium saucepan, whisk together 0.75 cups of granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it begins to thicken and bubble. Reduce to low heat and cook for another minute.
In a small bowl, beat the egg yolks. Slowly whisk about 1/2 cup of the hot custard into the egg yolks to temper them.
Return the tempered yolk mixture to the saucepan and cook for 2 more minutes over low heat, stirring constantly.
Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 1.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract until smooth. Cover the custard with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin. Let cool slightly.
Slice the bananas into thin rounds and arrange them evenly in the cooled pie crust.
Pour the warm custard over the bananas, spreading it evenly. Cover the pie with plastic wrap again, pressing it onto the surface of the custard, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and 0.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie.
Slice and serve your fabulous banana cream pie! Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Serving size | 1801.6 grams (1801.6g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 4185 |
Total Fat 229.60g | 294% |
Saturated Fat 128.30g | 642% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g | |
Cholesterol 1299mg | 433% |
Sodium 2029mg | 88% |
Total Carbohydrate 476.70g | 173% |
Dietary Fiber 14.00g | 50% |
Total Sugars 320.30g | |
Protein 47.30g | 95% |
Vitamin D 342IU | 1708% |
Calcium 976mg | 75% |
Iron 9mg | 51% |
Potassium 2568mg | 55% |
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