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Easy Homemade Banana Cream Pie Recipe

A generous slice of banana cream pie recipe featuring a graham cracker crust, creamy yellow filling, fresh banana slices, and a large dollop of whipped cream.
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Follow these clear steps to make a classic, creamy banana cream pie. This reliable recipe delivers a rich custard filling and a satisfying crust, perfect for any family gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • 4 large ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups cold milk
  • 2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pie crust according to your preferred method; bake if necessary, then let it cool completely.
  2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  3. Gradually whisk in the cold milk until smooth.
  4. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 8 to 10 minutes. Do not let it boil rapidly.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat. In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks. Slowly temper the yolks by whisking in about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the yolks.
  6. Pour the tempered yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining hot mixture. Return the pan to medium-low heat. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute more. Do not boil.
  7. Remove from heat. Stir in the butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until the butter melts and the custard is smooth.
  8. Arrange the sliced bananas evenly over the bottom of the cooled pie crust.
  9. Pour the warm custard filling over the bananas. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming. Chill for at least 3 hours, or until completely cold and set.
  10. When ready to serve, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  11. Spread or pipe the whipped cream topping over the chilled pie. Slice and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use half-and-half instead of milk in the custard filling.
  • If you want a quick no bake dessert option, substitute the homemade custard with two packages of instant vanilla pudding mixed according to package directions, using cold milk.
  • Slice the bananas just before assembling the pie to minimize browning.

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