Jul 14 2026
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Banana Cream Pie Recipe

Inspired by Charlie’s Eatery & Pub
Time1h
Serves8

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Ingredients

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Crust

Filling

Topping

Method

Crust Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 2

    Mix Crust Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.

  3. 3

    Form the Crust

    Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan.

  4. 4

    Bake the Crust

    Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.

Filling Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare Bananas

    Slice the ripe bananas and set aside.

  2. 6

    Combine Sugar and Cornstarch

    In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt.

  3. 7

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.

  4. 8

    Cook the Mixture

    Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and bubbles. This will take about 5-7 minutes.

  5. 9

    Add Egg Yolks

    In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly add about 1/2 cup of the hot mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly to temper them. Then whisk the yolk mixture back into the saucepan.

  6. 10

    Finish the Filling

    Continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes, then remove from heat. Stir in the butter and vanilla extract until smooth.

  7. 11

    Layer Bananas and Filling

    Arrange half of the sliced bananas in the cooled crust, then pour half of the filling over them. Repeat with the remaining bananas and filling. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Topping Preparation

  1. 12

    Whip Cream

    In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until it begins to thicken.

  2. 13

    Add Sugar and Vanilla

    Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to whip until stiff peaks form.

  3. 14

    Top the Pie

    Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie before serving. Optionally, you can garnish with additional banana slices or graham cracker crumbs.

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