Delicious and Decadent White Chocolate Banana Cream Pie Recipe

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Delicious and Decadent White Chocolate Banana Cream Pie Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on October 05, 2023

Indulge in the lusciousness of white chocolate infused with sweet and creamy banana flavor in this elegant white chocolate banana cream pie. This irresistible dessert is made with a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth white chocolate custard filling, and topped with a layer of freshly sliced bananas and fluffy whipped cream. It's a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds craving for more. With just a few simple steps, you can create a show-stopping dessert that will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

  • For the crust:
  • - 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • - ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • - ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • For the filling:
  • - 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • - 2 ½ cups whole milk
  • - ½ cup granulated sugar
  • - ¼ cup cornstarch
  • - 4 large egg yolks
  • - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • - 2 ripe bananas, sliced
  • For the whipped cream topping:
  • - 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • - ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
  4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool completely.
  5. In a saucepan, combine the white chocolate chips and 1 cup of milk over medium heat. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, egg yolks, and the remaining 1 ½ cups of milk until well combined.
  7. Gradually pour the egg mixture into the saucepan with the melted white chocolate, whisking constantly.
  8. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens and comes to a gentle boil.
  9. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the filling cool for 5-10 minutes.
  10. Arrange the sliced bananas evenly over the cooled graham cracker crust.
  11. Pour the slightly cooled white chocolate custard filling over the bananas, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
  12. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or overnight until the filling sets and becomes firm.
  13. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  14. Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie, covering the entire surface.
  15. Garnish with additional banana slices or grated white chocolate if desired.
  16. Chill the pie for another 1-2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
  17. Slice and serve this elegant white chocolate banana cream pie to wow your guests!

Interesting Facts

  • White chocolate is made from cocoa butter, milk solids, and sugar, with no cocoa solids.
  • Bananas are high in potassium, fiber, and vitamin C.
  • Graham crackers were originally invented as a health food.
  • Whipped cream can be flavored with various extracts like almond, mint, or coconut for a unique twist.