Homemade Banana Cream Pie
Mar 02, 2024 12:34 PM
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.
Here’s Why You Will LOVE This Banana Cream Pie
- 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:
Crust
- 2 and 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled), plus more for shaping and rolling
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 6 Tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 2/3 cup (130g) vegetable shortening, chilled
- 1/2 cup (120ml) ice cold water
- Optional egg wash: 1 large egg white beaten with 1 Tablespoon milk
Custard Filling
- 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
Whipped Cream
- 1 cup (240ml) cold heavy cream
- 2 Tablespoons (15g) confectioners’ or granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Prep Time:
240 minutes
Cook Time:
30 minutes
Total Time:
480 minutes
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