Banana Cream Pie
Banana cream pie is a delightful dessert that brings together the creamy sweetness of ripe bananas and a luscious filling, all nestled in a flaky buttery crust. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make treat captures the essence of home-baked goodness, making every slice a moment to savor. Whether enjoyed chilled or at room temperature, banana cream pie is sure to impress family and friends with its rich flavors and inviting aroma.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 pre-made pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Fit the pie crust into your dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together sugar and flour. Gradually add milk, stirring until thickened (5-7 minutes).
- Remove from heat; whisk in egg yolks, vanilla, and butter until smooth.
- Gently fold in sliced bananas without mashing them.
- Pour the filling into the cooled pie crust, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least two hours until set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg