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Old Fashioned Banana Cream Pie

A creamy, velvety banana pie nestled in a flaky crust, topped with whipped cream, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 7 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie
  • 1 piece pre-made pie crust
For the Filling
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas Use ripe bananas for the sweetest flavor.
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons butter Add to the pudding for richness.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream Ensure to use cold cream for better whipping.
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar To sweeten the whipped cream.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bake the pre-made pie crust according to packaging instructions. Allow it to cool completely on a wire rack before filling it.
  2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add the milk while continuing to whisk to avoid lumps.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and bubbles (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.
  5. Slice the ripe bananas and layer them evenly in the cooled pie crust.
  6. Pour the hot pudding filling over the banana slices, making sure to cover them well.
  7. Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until completely set.
Topping and Serving
  1. Before serving, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the top of the chilled pie.
  2. Slice the pie and serve it chilled, garnished with additional banana slices if desired.

Notes

For the best results, use ripe bananas with brown spots. To prevent browning, sprinkle a little lemon juice on the banana slices if preparing in advance. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.