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Classic Creamy Banana Cream Pie

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A timeless dessert featuring a flaky crust, silky homemade custard, and fresh banana slices topped with whipped cream. Easy to make in just five steps, perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • 3–4 ripe but firm bananas, peeled and sliced
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 g)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (30 g)
  • A pinch of salt
  • 3 large egg yolks, at room temperature
  • 2 1/2 cups whole milk (600 ml)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 ml)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (28 g)
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon sugar for whipped cream topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prick the bottom of the pie crust with a fork and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Let cool completely.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, and salt. Add egg yolks and whisk until smooth and pale.
  3. Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until just simmering. Slowly pour about 1 cup of hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Pour mixture back into the saucepan with remaining milk.
  4. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly until thickened and coating the back of a spoon (5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract. Let cool slightly, stirring occasionally.
  5. Slice bananas and layer evenly over cooled crust. Pour warm custard over bananas and smooth the top. Chill in refrigerator for at least 3 hours until set.
  6. Whip heavy cream (with optional sugar) until stiff peaks form. Spread or pipe whipped cream over chilled pie before serving.

Notes

Temper eggs by slowly adding hot milk to prevent scrambling. Chill pie for at least 3 hours or overnight for best flavor and texture. Strain custard if lumpy. Blind bake crust to prevent sogginess. Chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream. Avoid over-whipping cream to prevent turning into butter.

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