banana cream pie recipe

Banana Cream Pie Recipe

This banana cream pie recipe is rich, creamy, and packed with fresh banana flavor in every bite. Whether you are looking for the best banana cream pie recipe, an easy banana cream pie recipe with pudding, or a homemade banana cream pie recipe from scratch, this classic dessert is smooth, comforting, and perfect for any occasion. Discover more flavorful recipes like Banana Cream Pie Recipe right here.

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3 egg yolks, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1¼ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 baked 9-inch pie shell, cooled
  • 4 bananas, sliced

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a saucepan, combine sugar, flour, and salt. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to boil. Continue cooking for 2 more minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk a small amount of the hot mixture into the egg yolks to temper them. Slowly pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan while stirring continuously.
  5. Cook over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the custard coats the back of a spoon.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract.
  7. Arrange sliced bananas inside the baked pie shell.
  8. Pour the warm custard filling over the bananas, spreading evenly.
  9. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the filling is set.
  10. Allow the pie to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Additional Time: 2 hours chilling
Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8

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