Banana Cream Pie
Indulge in the creamy, dreamy layers of banana cream pie! This classic dessert features a rich filling made from ripe bananas and smooth vanilla custard, all nestled in a buttery pie crust.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pre-baked pie crust
- 3 ripe bananas
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually add milk while whisking until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and whisk in egg yolks, butter, and vanilla.
- Slice 2 bananas and arrange them on the bottom of the pie crust.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bananas, spreading evenly.
- Cover the surface with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie and garnish with banana slices.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 1g