Banana Cream Pie Recipe With Almond Milk
If you're looking for a delicious and healthy dessert recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth, a banana cream pie made with almond milk is the perfect choice. This recipe is not only delicious and easy to make, but it is also gluten-free and vegan-friendly, making it a great option for anyone with dietary restrictions.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, mix together the almond flour, coconut oil, maple syrup, and salt. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish to create the crust.
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the almond milk, cornstarch, and maple syrup. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the mixture from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the mixture to cool for 5-10 minutes.
- Arrange the sliced bananas on top of the cooled crust.
- Pour the almond milk mixture over the bananas, covering them completely.
- Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Variations
Feel free to get creative with your banana cream pie recipe. Here are a few variations to try:
- Swap out the almond flour for your favorite gluten-free flour or regular flour.
- Add some shredded coconut to the crust mixture for extra flavor and texture.
- Top the pie with whipped cream or coconut whipped cream.
- Mix in some cocoa powder to the almond milk mixture for a chocolate-banana flavor.
- Add some chopped nuts, like pecans or almonds, to the top of the pie for crunch.
Conclusion
This banana cream pie recipe with almond milk is the perfect dessert for anyone looking for a healthy, delicious, and easy-to-make treat. With its gluten-free and vegan-friendly ingredients, it's a great option for people with dietary restrictions. And with so many variations to try, you can customize it to your liking.
