Banana Cream Pie With Graham Cracker Crust Recipe
Introduction
Banana cream pie with graham cracker crust is a delicious dessert that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet bananas, creamy custard, and crunchy graham cracker crust makes for a mouthwatering treat that is sure to please everyone's taste buds.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the filling:
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well combined.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Let it cool completely before filling.
5. In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and sliced bananas. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it comes to a simmer.
6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks until smooth.
7. Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the bowl with the egg yolks, whisking constantly.
8. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil.
9. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract.
10. Pour the custard into the cooled graham cracker crust.
11. Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
Serving
Once the pie is set, remove it from the refrigerator and slice it into pieces. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Conclusion
Banana cream pie with graham cracker crust is a classic dessert that is sure to impress your friends and family. With its creamy custard filling and crunchy graham cracker crust, it's the perfect dessert for any occasion. Give this recipe a try and see just how delicious it can be!
