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Mini Banana Cream Pies A Classic

Mini Banana Cream Pies A Classic Delight for Any Occasion

Enjoy the creamy sweetness of Mini Banana Cream Pies, a classic dessert that's easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 pies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs or crushed vanilla wafers
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar use monk fruit or stevia for lower-sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt a pinch enhances sweetness
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Milk or almond/oat milk for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch or flour for non-gluten-free
  • 3 large Egg Yolks substitute with cornstarch for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or avocado for healthy fat
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use pure for best flavor
  • 2 large Bananas slice before assembly to prevent browning
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or Greek yogurt for lighter topping
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar adjust to taste

Equipment

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

Method
 

Crust Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the mixture resembles damp sand. Press into mini tart pans and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Filling Preparation
  1. Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming. In a bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Temper egg yolks with hot milk, then whisk back into saucepan. Cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
Incorporate Flavor
  1. Remove pot from heat, stir in butter and vanilla extract. Allow filling to cool slightly, then refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Assemble the Pies
  1. Slice bananas and arrange them in the chilled crusts. Pour cooled filling over bananas and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
Topping Preparation
  1. Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar in a bowl using an electric mixer until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
Final Assembly
  1. Top each pie with whipped cream and garnish with additional banana slices or optional toppings. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Slice bananas just before assembly to keep them fresh. Cover custard with plastic wrap during cooling to prevent skin formation.

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