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Banana Cream Pie

Homemade Banana Cream Pie That Will Wow Your Guests

This homemade Banana Cream Pie combines a flaky crust with fresh banana slices and velvety pastry cream, making it a perfect no-bake dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Essential for balance, do not omit.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar Use coconut sugar for a different flavor profile.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Use very cold for best results; alternative: high-fat margarine for dairy-free.
  • 4-5 tbsp Cold water and apple cider vinegar Vinegar creates a more tender crust; can substitute with lemon juice.
For the Pastry Cream
  • 2-3 medium Bananas Use ripe but firm bananas to prevent excess moisture.
  • 2 cups Whole milk Substitute with dairy-free milk for lactose sensitivity.
  • 4 large Egg yolks For egg-free version: use appropriate egg substitutes.
  • 3 tbsp Cornstarch Can substitute with additional cornstarch; for gluten-free: use cornstarch alone.
  • 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla extract Use pure vanilla extract for best flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted butter (room temperature) High-fat margarine can be used for dairy-free purposes.
For the Chantilly Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Use coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Mascarpone For a dairy-free version, use a soft tofu blend instead.
  • 2 tbsp Powdered sugar Can be reduced or omitted to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice Essential for presentation and flavor balance.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Pie Dish
  • electric mixer
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Prepare Pie Crust
  1. Start by chilling a mixing bowl and sifting together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut cold unsalted butter into the flour mixture with a pastry cutter until it resembles coarse sand. Gradually add 4-5 tablespoons of ice-cold water mixed with 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar until the dough comes together. Shape it into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Blind-Bake Crust
  1. Once chilled, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit your pie dish, then transfer it carefully into the dish. To prevent bubbling, use parchment paper and weights, then blind bake for 20 minutes until golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before filling.
Make Pastry Cream
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 4 egg yolks and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until pale and creamy. Meanwhile, heat 2 cups of whole milk in a saucepan until just simmering. Gradually temper the egg mixture by adding a splash of the hot milk. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter until melted, then remove from heat and let cool.
Assemble Pie
  1. In the cooled pie crust, layer 2-3 sliced bananas evenly at the bottom. Pour the rich and silky pastry cream over the banana slices, using a spatula to smooth the top. Cover with plastic wrap to avoid skin formation and refrigerate for 3-4 hours until set and firm to the touch.
Prepare Chantilly Cream
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of heavy cream, 1/2 cup of mascarpone, and 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar. Using an electric mixer, whip the mixture on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, taking care not to overwhip. Once the pie has set, spread the Chantilly cream generously on top just before serving, and garnish with lemon-juiced banana slices to prevent browning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to use cold ingredients for the crust and firm bananas to maintain the pie's integrity. Let the pie chill properly for best flavors and texture.

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