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World's Best Banana Cream Pie

World’s Best Banana Cream Pie

Delight in the World’s Best Banana Cream Pie, a decadent dessert that harmoniously blends creamy custard, fresh bananas, and a delicious peanut butter cookie crust. Perfect for any occasion—from birthdays to holidays—this pie is sure to impress with its rich flavors and delightful textures. Each slice delivers nostalgia and sweetness, making it an unforgettable treat for family gatherings or casual weeknight indulgences. With simple preparation steps and make-ahead convenience, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and again.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: About 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 2–3 large ripe bananas
  • 20–25 Nutter Butters (for the crust)
  • 16 ounces heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Crush Nutter Butters in a food processor, mix with melted butter, and press into the pan to form a crust. Bake for 10 minutes and cool.
  3. In a saucepan, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Heat milk until simmering, then gradually whisk into the egg mixture.
  4. Cook over medium heat while stirring until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla extract and butter.
  5. Layer banana slices on the cooled crust, pour custard filling over them, cover, and refrigerate for 2-4 hours until set.
  6. Whip cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form; spread over pie before serving.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg

Keywords: For best results, use ripe bananas for sweetness and chill the pie well before serving to ensure clean slices. You can also add chocolate curls or fresh fruit as garnishes for an extra touch.

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