This American Whole Banana Pie is a mouthwatering dessert that combines ripe bananas with a creamy filling and a flaky crust. It's the perfect treat for banana lovers and is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch pie crust, homemade or store-bought
- 4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Place the pie crust in a pie dish and crimp the edges.
- Arrange the sliced bananas in the bottom of the pie crust.
- In a saucepan, whisk together the heavy cream, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the cream mixture over the bananas in the pie crust.
- Bake the pie for 25-30 minutes, until the filling is set.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving.
- Top with whipped cream before serving.
Interesting Facts
Bananas are a good source of potassium and fiber.
This pie can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to serve.
Feel free to add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the filling for added flavor.