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Banana Cream Pie With Cream Cheese And Pudding

Banana Cream Pie With Cream Cheese And Pudding

Banana cream pie is a classic dessert that combines the creaminess of pudding with the sweetness of bananas. This recipe takes it up a notch by adding cream cheese to the mix for an extra rich and decadent dessert. Here's how to make banana cream pie with cream cheese and pudding:

Ingredients:

Banana Cream Pie Ingredients
  • 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked and cooled
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 3 cups milk
  • 3-4 ripe bananas, sliced
  • Whipped cream and additional banana slices for topping (optional)

Instructions:

Banana Cream Pie Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  3. Add the whipped cream to the cream cheese mixture and beat until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and milk until thickened.
  5. Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture on the bottom of the pie crust.
  6. Arrange a layer of sliced bananas on top of the cream cheese mixture.
  7. Pour half of the pudding mixture over the bananas.
  8. Add another layer of sliced bananas on top of the pudding.
  9. Pour the remaining pudding mixture over the bananas.
  10. Add a final layer of sliced bananas on top of the pudding.
  11. Spread the remaining cream cheese mixture on top of the bananas.
  12. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
  13. Top with whipped cream and additional banana slices, if desired.

Enjoy your delicious homemade banana cream pie with cream cheese and pudding!

Variations:

Banana Cream Pie Variations

If you want to mix up the flavors a bit, try these variations:

  • Chocolate Banana Cream Pie - add a layer of chocolate ganache or chocolate pudding between the layers of banana and cream cheese mixture.
  • Peanut Butter Banana Cream Pie - add a layer of peanut butter to the cream cheese mixture, or use peanut butter pudding instead of vanilla.
  • Caramel Banana Cream Pie - drizzle caramel sauce over the top of the pie before serving.

Tips:

Banana Cream Pie Tips

Here are a few tips to help you make the perfect banana cream pie:

  • Make sure your pie crust is fully baked and cooled before adding the filling.
  • Use ripe bananas that are soft to the touch for the best flavor and texture.
  • For a smoother pie, blend the cream cheese mixture in a food processor or blender before adding the whipped cream.
  • For a firmer pie, use less milk in the pudding mixture.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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