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Banana Cream Pie

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A classic banana cream pie made with a flaky pastry shell, silky homemade custard, and fresh banana slices. Sweet, creamy, and nostalgic, it’s perfect for any occasion.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes (includes chilling)
  • Yield: 1 (9-inch) pie, 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop and Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for smoother filling)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3 egg yolks, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 (9-inch) baked pastry shell, cooled
  • 4 bananas, sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a saucepan, whisk sugar, flour, and salt. Gradually stir in milk until smooth.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens. Cook 2 more minutes, then remove from heat.
  4. Temper eggs by whisking a small amount of hot mixture into yolks, then return to saucepan.
  5. Cook 2 more minutes, stirring until thick and smooth. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla.
  6. Arrange sliced bananas in baked pie shell. Pour custard over bananas and spread evenly.
  7. Bake 12–15 minutes, until filling is set. Cool on a wire rack, then refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Brush banana slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  • For stronger banana flavor, mash one ripe banana into the custard.
  • Use graham cracker or vanilla wafer crust for a twist.
  • Toppings like whipped cream, meringue, chocolate shavings, or toasted coconut make it extra special.
  • Custard must boil and thicken properly to avoid runny filling.

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