This delectable Banana Cream Pie is a perfect dessert for any occasion. With a flaky pie crust, creamy pudding filling, and fresh banana slices, it's sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy the rich flavors and smooth texture of this American favorite in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch pie crust, baked and cooled
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups milk
- 3 egg yolks, beaten
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, flour, and salt. Gradually stir in milk.
- Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes more.
- Remove from heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to pan, stirring constantly.
- Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Stir in butter and vanilla. Cool for a few minutes.
- Layer half of the bananas in the pie crust. Pour half of pudding over top.
- Repeat layers.
- Chill for at least 4 hours before serving. Garnish with whipped cream and additional banana slices if desired.
Interesting Facts
Banana Cream Pie is a classic American dessert that dates back to the early 20th century.
Bananas were first introduced to the United States in the 19th century, making them a popular ingredient in traditional American desserts.