Black Bottom Banana Cream Pie Recipe Cooking Light
Banana cream pie is an all-time favorite dessert for many Americans, and for a good reason. It's creamy, dreamy, and oh so delicious. But have you ever tried black bottom banana cream pie? It's like a regular banana cream pie but with the added surprise of chocolate. If you're a chocolate lover, this pie is a must-try. In this article, we'll show you how to make a black bottom banana cream pie that's light and delicious, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the pie crust, you will need:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
- 3-4 tbsp ice water
For the chocolate layer, you will need:
- 4 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the banana cream layer, you will need:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
For the whipped cream topping, you will need:
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
The total time it takes to make this pie is around 4 hours, including chilling time. But don't worry, most of that time is hands-off time, and the end result is well worth the wait.
Instructions
Making the pie crust
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and sugar. Add the pieces of chilled butter to the bowl and use a pastry blender or your fingers to mix the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse sand.
2. Add 3 tablespoons of ice water to the bowl and stir the mixture together with a wooden spoon or your hands. If the mixture is still too dry, add another tablespoon of ice water.
3. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and use your hands to shape it into a disk. Wrap the disk in plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes.
4. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface until it's about 1/8 inch thick. Carefully transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie dish and gently press it into the bottom and sides of the dish. Trim the excess dough from around the edges and prick the bottom of the crust all over with a fork.
5. Bake the crust for 20-25 minutes or until it's lightly golden brown. Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Making the chocolate layer
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped chocolate, heavy cream, milk, sugar, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth.
2. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the chocolate mixture into the cooled pie crust and use a spatula to spread it evenly. Refrigerate the crust for at least 1 hour or until the chocolate layer is set.
Making the banana cream layer
1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in the whole milk and the egg yolks until the mixture is smooth.
2. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil. Boil for 1 minute, still stirring constantly.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool for a few minutes, then stir in the sliced bananas.
4. Pour the banana cream mixture on top of the set chocolate layer in the pie crust. Use a spatula to spread it evenly. Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours or until it's chilled and set.
Making the whipped cream topping
1. In a large bowl, beat the chilled heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form.
2. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the chilled pie. You can pipe the whipped cream on using a pastry bag if you prefer.
3. Serve the pie chilled and enjoy!
Conclusion
Black bottom banana cream pie is a delicious twist on a classic dessert that's sure to impress. With its layers of chocolate and creamy banana filling, it's a dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Just don't be surprised if you're asked to make it again and again. Enjoy!