Banana Cream Pie
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4.7
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Banana Cream Pie
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Creamy, perfectly set banana cream pie is a joy to eat and a seriously impressive dessert. Made with an easy, homemade crust, this pie is simply perfection.
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Ingredients
For the crust
- 1½ cups flour
- 1/3 cup icing / powdered sugar
- ½ cup cold butter cubed
- 1 egg yolk
- 1-2 tbsp ice water
For the filling
- 1½ cup milk
- ½ cup heavy / whipping cream
- 4 egg yolks
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch / cornflour
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 tbsp butter
- pinch of salt
- 4 large bananas thinly sliced
For the whipped cream
- 2 cups cream
- ¼ cup sifted icing / powdered sugar
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients for the crust in a food processor and pulse until the dough comes together into a ball.
- Transfer the dough to a pie plate and press into the base and up the sides in an even layer. Smooth and crimp the edges.
- Place the pie plate into the freezer for 15 minutes while you preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F.
- When the dough has chilled, dock with a fork (to create small holes for air to escape). Line the pastry with parchment paper, add baking weights (raw beans or rice work well). Place in the oven and Allow the pastry to blind bake for 15 minutes. Remove the baking weights and parchment paper and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
- To make the filling, heat the milk, cream and sugar over medium heat in a saucepan. Take care not to allow it to catch and burn.
- In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks and flours together. Slowly whisk in a ladle-full of the hot milk mixture to temper the eggs.
- Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the rest of the milk and whilst whisking continuously, allow to thicken and cook. The mixture will become thick and shiny.
- Remove the custard from the heat and pass through a fine mesh sieve to remove any lumps. Whisk in the butter.
- Spread two tablespoons of custard onto the base of the pie crust. Follow with an even layer of sliced bananas. Top with the remaining custard. Spray a piece of parchment paper with cooking spray and press onto the surface of the custard to avoid a skin forming.
- Place in the fridge to set for 4-6 hours.
- When you're ready to serve, whisk the cream with the sugar until firm peaks form. Top the pie with more sliced bananas and add the whipped cream before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
382kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
39g
(13%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
24g
(37%)
Saturated Fat
11g
(55%)
Cholesterol
65mg
(22%)
Sodium
122mg
(5%)
Potassium
266mg
(8%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
20g
(40%)
Vitamin A
891IU
(18%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
82mg
(8%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 382 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 382kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 65mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 122mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 266mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 891IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 82mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.7
48 reviews
Excellent
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