Banana Cream Pie
Indulge in the nostalgia of banana cream pie with this easy-to-follow recipe. Creamy pudding, fresh bananas, and a buttery graham cracker crust come together to create a delightful dessert that evokes cherished memories. Perfect for any gathering or simply as a sweet treat, this pie is sure to impress with its rich flavors and elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust (9-inch)
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup freshly whipped cream
- Optional: chocolate shavings for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). If using a homemade crust, crush graham crackers and mix with melted butter. Press into a pie pan.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely.
- In a bowl, whisk instant pudding mix and milk until smooth, then let thicken for about 5 minutes.
- Gently fold in sliced bananas into the pudding mixture.
- Pour the banana-pudding mixture into the cooled pie crust and spread evenly.
- Top with whipped cream and add optional chocolate shavings if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg