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Banana Cream Pie Recipe

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This classic Banana Cream Pie recipe features a homemade custard filling nestled in a flaky baked pie crust, layered with fresh bananas and topped with fluffy whipped cream. The rich vanilla pudding custard is cooked gently on the stovetop, cooled, then combined with sweet banana slices and topped off with homemade whipped cream for a perfectly creamy and indulgent dessert.

  • Total Time: 10 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Filling

  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 large egg yolks (room temperature)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
  • 6 tablespoons cornstarch (48g)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups whole milk (720mL)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed, 56g)
  • 3 to 4 bananas (divided, 600 to 800g)

Pie Crust

  • 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream

Whipped Cream Topping

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream (480mL)
  • ¼ cup confectioners' sugar (30g)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling: In a medium heat-proof bowl, whisk together the whole eggs and egg yolks and set aside. In a medium pot, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add milk while whisking to avoid clumps. Cook over medium-high heat, whisking constantly, until mixture begins to bubble and thicken (about 6 minutes). Remove from heat.
  2. Temper the Eggs: Slowly add about 1 cup of the hot milk mixture to the egg mixture while whisking vigorously to prevent curdling. Pour the tempered eggs back into the pot while whisking continuously. Return pot to medium heat.
  3. Cook the Custard: Whisk constantly as the mixture bubbles again. Continue cooking until thickened such that the whisk leaves a clear trace when lifted, about 6–8 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter cubes and vanilla until fully melted and combined. Cover the surface with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming and let cool to room temperature (2–3 hours, refrigerate after 30 minutes to speed cooling).
  4. Prepare the Pie Crust: On a lightly floured surface, roll the pie crust into a 13-inch circle. Transfer carefully to a 9-inch pie pan without stretching the dough. Trim excess dough, fold under, and crimp the edges. Prick the bottom with a fork. Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour or freeze for 30 minutes.
  5. Bake the Pie Crust: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line crust with foil or parchment and fill with baking beans. Bake for 15–25 minutes until edges are golden and bottom appears dry. Remove foil and beans. Brush crust with a mixture of beaten egg and heavy cream. Cover edges with foil if browning too quickly and bake an additional 10–12 minutes until golden all over. Cool completely.
  6. Assemble the Pie: Spread 1 cup of the cooled pudding evenly in the pie shell. Peel and slice two bananas into ½-inch thick pieces and arrange over the pudding. Spoon remaining pudding over bananas and smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours to set.
  7. Make the Whipped Cream Topping: Just before serving, beat heavy cream, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla on medium speed until soft peaks form (about 2 minutes). Pipe or dollop the whipped cream over the pie. Optionally chill for another hour. Garnish with the remaining sliced bananas if desired.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs to avoid curdling when tempering.
  • Press plastic wrap directly on the custard surface to prevent a skin from forming.
  • Chilling the crust before baking prevents shrinkage.
  • Baking beans or pie weights help keep the crust flat and even during blind baking.
  • Allow assembled pie to chill at least 6 hours or overnight for best results.
  • Slice bananas just before adding to pie to avoid browning.
  • Whipped cream topping can be sweetened to taste by adjusting confectioners' sugar.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/banana-cream-pie-recipe/