Banana Cream Pie Recipe With Banana Pudding
If you're a fan of bananas and desserts, then this banana cream pie recipe with banana pudding is perfect for you. It's the perfect combination of creamy custard, fresh bananas, and a crisp, buttery crust. This recipe is easy to make and is perfect for any occasion, from a family dinner to a special event.
Ingredients:
- 1 refrigerated pie crust
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant banana pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 2 bananas, sliced
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Unroll the refrigerated pie crust and place it in a 9-inch pie dish. Along the edges, crimp the crust with a fork to create a decorative edge. Pierce the bottom and sides of the crust with a fork.
2. Blind bake the crust for 12-15 minutes or until it's golden brown. Be sure to use pie weights or dried beans to keep the crust from puffing up while baking. Allow the crust to cool completely before filling it.
3. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the instant banana pudding mix, whole milk, and vanilla extract. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes to thicken up.
4. In another mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar together until peaks form.
5. Reserve 1/4 cup of whipped cream for topping the pie, and then gently fold the remaining whipped cream into the banana pudding mixture until it's fully incorporated.
6. Spoon half of the pudding mixture on top of the cooled pie crust. Then, layer the sliced bananas on top of the pudding. Finally, spoon the remaining pudding mixture on top of the bananas.
7. Cover and refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours or until it's fully chilled.
8. Before serving, use the remaining whipped cream to cover the top of the pie. Slice and serve immediately.
Tips:
- You can use a homemade or store-bought pie crust for this recipe.
- For a stronger banana flavor, you can add more sliced bananas between the layers of pudding.
- If you're short on time, you can use whipped topping instead of making your own whipped cream.
- Be sure to fully chill the pie before adding the whipped cream topping.
- For a nice presentation, garnish the top of the pie with sliced bananas or chocolate shavings.
That's it, you now have a delicious banana cream pie with banana pudding that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe is easy to follow and is sure to impress anyone who tries it. Enjoy!
