Description
Irresistible homemade banana cream pie delights dessert enthusiasts with its creamy layers of pure indulgence. Silky custard, ripe bananas, and flaky crust combine to create a memorable sweet experience you’ll savor to the last delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 4–5 bananas
- 2 cups whole milk (473 milliliters)
- 4 egg yolks
Filling Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup sugar (150 grams)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch (30 grams)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Topping Ingredients:
- Whipped cream (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Craft a flaky pie crust and bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes until golden, then allow to cool completely at room temperature.
- Create a silky custard base by whisking sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan, then gradually incorporate milk while stirring continuously over medium heat until mixture thickens and becomes glossy.
- Carefully temper egg yolks by slowly introducing hot milk mixture, stirring constantly to prevent scrambling, then return tempered eggs to the saucepan and cook for additional 2-3 minutes until pudding reaches a smooth, velvety consistency.
- Remove custard from heat and fold in butter and vanilla extract, creating a rich, fragrant filling. Allow mixture to cool for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent skin formation.
- Layer fresh banana slices evenly across the bottom of the cooled pie crust, ensuring complete coverage and maximum flavor distribution.
- Gently pour the slightly cooled custard over banana layer, using a spatula to spread evenly and eliminate any air pockets.
- Refrigerate pie for 4-6 hours until custard sets completely and filling becomes firm and stable.
- Just before serving, crown the pie with fluffy whipped cream, creating elegant peaks and swirls for a classic finishing touch.
Notes
- Pre-bake the pie crust until it turns a rich golden brown for a crisp, sturdy base that won’t get soggy from the creamy filling.
- Whisk milk into dry ingredients gradually to prevent lumps and ensure a silky-smooth pudding consistency.
- Layer banana slices evenly across the bottom of the crust to create a uniform flavor in every bite.
- Allow the pie to set in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, which helps the custard firm up and intensifies the flavors.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg