Banoffee Pie
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5
Banoffee Pie
Description
The crust is prepared by mixing graham cracker crumbs with sugar, melted unsalted butter, ground cinnamon, and ginger, then pressed into a springform pan and chilled to harden. The dulce de leche is spread evenly over the hardened crust, followed by evenly layered banana slices, which add a fresh, soft texture contrasting the crust and caramel.
Whipped cream sweetened with powdered sugar is prepared until stiff peaks form and gently spread over the bananas to create a light, airy topping. The assembled pie is chilled to set the layers and enhance flavor melding. Just before serving, the pie is garnished with shaved chocolate for added texture and a touch of chocolate flavor.
Banoffee Pie is a rich, chilled dessert ideal for after meals or special occasions, combining sweet, creamy, and fruity elements with gentle spicing in the crust. The preparation involves careful layering and chilling for best texture and flavor balance.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup butter melted, unsalted
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 14 ounces dulce de leche
- 4 large banana sliced 1/2" thick
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 bar chocolate , shaved for garnish
Instructions
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, cinnamon and ginger in a large bowl then press into the sides of a 9" springform pan.
- Place springform pan into the freezer to harden for 15 minutes.
- Spread the dulce de leche carefully onto the crust then top with sliced bananas gently.
- Add your heavy cream and powdered sugar to a stand mixer on high speed for 1-2 minutes until you have stiff peaks, then top the bananas gently with your whipped cream.
- Refrigerate until chilled for at least one hour, but preferably 2 hours.
- Garnish with shaved chocolate just before serving (you can shave your chocolate bar using a cheese grater).
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 273 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 273kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 73mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 179mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 566IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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