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Mini Banana Cream Pies A Classic

Mini Banana Cream Pies A Classic Delight for Any Occasion

Mini Banana Cream Pies A Classic is a quick dessert that satisfies creamy and sweet cravings without baking.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 pies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Substitute with crushed vanilla wafers for variation.
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Use coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Try monk fruit or stevia for a lower-sugar option.
  • a pinch Salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Milk Almond or oat milk for dairy-free.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Use flour for non-gluten-free.
  • 3 large Egg Yolks Substitute with cornstarch for vegan.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Consider avocado for healthy fat.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure for best flavor.
  • 2 medium Bananas Slice just before assembly to prevent browning.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Greek yogurt can be substituted.
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • saucepan
  • electric mixer
  • Mini Tart Pans

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and a pinch of salt, stirring until resembling damp sand. Press into mini tart pans and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat milk over medium heat until steaming. In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Slowly temper egg yolks with hot milk, then whisk this mixture into the saucepan. Cook over low heat while whisking until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat, stir in butter and vanilla extract until combined. Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to thicken further.
  4. Slice bananas just before assembly. Arrange banana slices in chilled crusts, pour cooled filling over, and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
  5. Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar together on medium speed until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Top each pie with whipped cream, garnish with banana slices and optional toppings. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow filling to cool completely before pouring into crust. Slice bananas right before assembly to prevent browning.

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