Banana Cream Pie With Pudding And Cream Cheese
Who doesn’t enjoy a slice of pie? And when it comes to cream pies, Banana Cream Pie is a popular choice. The creamy texture mixed with fresh bananas and a buttery crust is simply irresistible. But what makes this banana cream pie different from the rest is the addition of pudding and cream cheese.
What You’ll Need
The ingredients for this recipe are simple and easy to find:
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 1 box of instant banana pudding mix
- 1 ½ cups of milk
- 1 brick of cream cheese
- ½ cup of sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 ripe bananas
- Whipped cream for topping
Getting Started
Before starting the recipe, make sure to preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Start by baking the pie crust according to the package instructions. Once it’s done, let it cool down while you prepare the filling.
Preparing The Filling
In a mixing bowl, prepare the instant banana pudding mix with 1 ½ cups of milk. Mix it well and let it set for 5 minutes.
In another mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, cream the sugar and cream cheese together until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
Peel and slice 3 ripe bananas and set them aside.
Combining The Filling
Once the pie crust has cooled down, spread the cream cheese mixture onto the bottom of the pie crust.
Then, layer the sliced bananas over the cream cheese mixture.
Next, pour the prepared banana pudding mixture over the bananas.
Chilling The Pie
Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the pudding is firm.
Before serving, top the pie with whipped cream and additional sliced bananas (optional).
Conclusion
And there you have it! A delicious Banana Cream Pie with Pudding and Cream Cheese that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. The combination of cream cheese, banana pudding, and fresh bananas will have your taste buds dancing with joy!
