Banana Split Pie Recipe Graham Cracker Crust
Who doesn't love a good banana split? But have you ever thought of turning it into a pie? This banana split pie recipe with a graham cracker crust is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups of graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons of melted butter
- ¼ cup of sugar
- ½ teaspoon of cinnamon
For the filling:
- 1 package of cream cheese, softened
- 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups of heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 3 bananas, sliced
- 1 cup of chopped strawberries
- 1 cup of drained crushed pineapple
- Chocolate syrup and whipped cream for topping
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. Mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
3. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish and bake for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
4. Using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese until it's fluffy.
5. Gradually beat in the sweetened condensed milk until the mixture is smooth.
6. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and beat until the mixture becomes thick and fluffy.
7. Fold in the sliced bananas, chopped strawberries, and drained crushed pineapple.
8. Pour the mixture into the cooled graham cracker crust.
9. Cover the pie and freeze for at least 3 hours.
10. Once frozen, remove the pie from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving.
11. Top with chocolate syrup and whipped cream before serving.
Tips
- You can substitute the graham cracker crust with a chocolate or Oreo crust for an extra chocolatey twist.
- For a healthier version, you can use a granola or almond crust instead of graham crackers.
- Don't have strawberries or pineapple? You can substitute them with any other fruit of your choice.
Conclusion
This banana split pie recipe with a graham cracker crust is a perfect dessert for any occasion. It's easy to make and can satisfy any sweet tooth. You can even experiment with different crusts and fruits to make it your own. Give it a try, and you won't be disappointed!
