Homemade Banana Cream Pie

Creamy and smooth from-scratch custard joins bananas, whipped cream, and a buttery flaky baked pie crust to make one epic banana cream pie. This classic dessert is 100% homemade and the perfect make-ahead option because the layered beauty needs to set before garnishing and serving.

• 100% from scratch, and you can taste the difference.
• Creamy and undeniably rich.
• If custard is cooked properly, it’s sturdy and smooth.
• Flaky pie crust shell, or try a graham cracker crust.
• An optional sprinkle of cinnamon adds a special and flavorful touch.
• Perfect make-ahead dessert.

Ingredients:

• 4 large egg yolks
• 1/4 cup (30g) cornstarch
• 2 cups (480ml) whole milk
• 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2 Tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 4 yellow bananas (not super ripe yet)
• Optional: sprinkle of ground cinnamon

• 1 cup (240ml) cold heavy cream
• 2 Tablespoons (15g) confectioners’ or granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract