Banana Pudding Pie 

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Step 1: Prepare the Crust

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix Crust Ingredients: In a bowl, combine vanilla wafer crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well mixed.
  3. Press into Pie Plate: Firmly press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
  4. Bake: For 8-10 minutes until set and lightly golden. Let cool completely.

Step 2: Make the Filling

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a saucepan, combine flour, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Add Milk: Gradually stir in milk over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  3. Temper Egg Yolks: Gradually whisk a small amount of the hot mixture into the beaten egg yolks. Then, pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan, whisking constantly.
  4. Cook Until Thickened: Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  5. Remove from Heat: Stir in butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Layer Bananas: Arrange a layer of banana slices over the cooled crust. Pour half of the custard over the bananas. Add another layer of bananas and then the remaining custard.
  7. Chill: Cover and refrigerate until set, about 4 hours or overnight.

Step 3: Prepare the Topping

  1. Whip Cream: In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream, confectioners’ sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  2. Top the Pie: Spread the whipped cream over the set custard layer.
  3. Garnish: Decorate with additional vanilla wafer cookies and banana slices before serving.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy

  • Chill the pie until you’re ready to serve. This dessert is best enjoyed cold, offering a refreshing and creamy texture with every bite.

Closing Thoughts

Banana Pudding Pie is a delightful twist on traditional banana pudding, offering layers of creamy, banana-flavored goodness in every bite. The combination of a crunchy vanilla wafer crust, smooth and rich custard filling, and light whipped cream topping makes this pie a standout dessert. Whether you’re hosting a special dinner or simply treating yourself, this pie promises to be a memorable part of the meal. Enjoy the process of creating it and the joy of sharing it with others.

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