Double Delight Banana Cream Pie 🍌🥧
Cook Time: 4 hours (chill time)
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Yield: 1 pie
Calories per Serving: 466.4
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Category: Pie
Keywords: Dessert, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, Low Protein, Weeknight, Refrigerator
Description:
When the classic banana pudding just won’t cut it, this Double Delight Banana Cream Pie swoops in for the win. Creamy, dreamy, and bursting with banana goodness, it’s a tropical escape in every bite. Plus, the best part? The longer it chills, the better it gets! Make it a day ahead for optimal flavor infusion.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | cream cheese |
| 1 | cup milk |
| 1 | cup sugar |
| 1 | graham cracker pie crusts |
| 1 | cup milk |
| 1 1/2 | cups instant banana pudding mix |
| 2 | bananas |
| 2 | tablespoons lemon juice |
| Whipped topping (for layering & garnish) |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer:
- In a large bowl, using medium speed, blend the cream cheese, 1 tablespoon of milk, and sugar until velvety smooth.
- Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups of whipped topping until well combined.
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Layer the Pie:
- Spread this luscious cream cheese mixture evenly over your graham cracker pie crust.
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Banana Bliss:
- Slice the bananas and layer them evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Sprinkle the lemon juice over the bananas to keep them fresh and add a zesty kick.
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Pudding Perfection:
- In another bowl, pour 1 1/2 cups of milk.
- Add in the instant banana pudding mix.
- Beat the mixture on low speed for about 1 minute until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
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Fold & Spread:
- Gently fold in 2 cups of whipped topping into the pudding mixture.
- Spread this tantalizing banana pudding layer over the sliced bananas in the pie crust.
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Garnish & Chill:
- For that finishing touch, dollop the remaining whipped topping over the top as a decadent garnish.
- Chill the pie in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours (or overnight for even better results) until it sets into creamy perfection.
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Serve & Indulge:
- Slice into generous wedges and serve up this Double Delight Banana Cream Pie to delighted friends and family.
Tips for a Tropical Treat:
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Banana Variety: Use ripe, but firm bananas for the perfect texture. They should be sweet and fragrant.
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Graham Cracker Crust: If you prefer a homemade crust, crush graham crackers and mix with melted butter for a delicious alternative.
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Chill Time Magic: This pie is a champ at absorbing flavors as it chills. The longer it sits, the more the flavors meld together into creamy, dreamy perfection.
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Garnish Galore: Get creative with your garnishes! Consider topping with toasted coconut flakes, a drizzle of caramel sauce, or even a sprinkle of crushed nuts for added crunch.
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Make Ahead: This pie is a perfect make-ahead dessert for gatherings and parties. It frees up your time and tastes even better the next day!
With its creamy layers of pudding, sweet bananas, and indulgent cream cheese, this Double Delight Banana Cream Pie is sure to become a new favorite. So grab a fork and dive into this tropical paradise of flavors! 🌴🍌 Enjoy every spoonful of this sweet escape!
