Banana Cream Chocolate Pie: A Delightful Dessert Under 30 Minutes
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Category: Dessert
Servings: 8 servings
Description:
This Banana Cream Chocolate Pie is the perfect blend of creamy, comforting flavors and a delightful crunch. Quick to make and easy to enjoy, it features two classic dessert tastes that work harmoniously togetherโsweet bananas and rich chocolate. Itโs the perfect go-to dessert when you want something indulgent yet simple. This recipe does not include the cooling time, so make sure to plan for that as it chills in the fridge to set.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Graham cracker crust | 1 |
| Sugar | ยฝ cup |
| Cornstarch | 2 tbsp |
| All-purpose flour | 1 tbsp |
| Salt | ยผ tsp |
| Milk | 2 cups |
| Butter | 2 tbsp |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| Ripe banana, sliced | 2 |
| Cool Whip (or whipped cream) | 1-2 cups |
| Hot fudge sauce (optional) | โ cup |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 349.1 kcal |
| Total Fat | 15.3 g |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g |
| Cholesterol | 87.2 mg |
| Sodium | 340.7 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 49 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Sugars | 30.1 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
Instructions:
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Combine dry ingredients: In a 2-quart microwave-safe bowl, whisk together ยฝ cup sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, and ยผ teaspoon salt until well combined.
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Add milk: Slowly pour in 2 cups of milk while stirring the mixture to ensure there are no lumps.
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Cook the mixture: Microwave the mixture for 7-9 minutes, stopping every 3 minutes to stir. This process will help the filling thicken.
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Temper the eggs: Place the egg yolks in a small bowl. To prevent curdling, slowly add about ยฝ cup of the hot milk mixture into the yolks while whisking constantly. Once well combined, pour the egg yolk mixture back into the hot milk mixture.
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Final cooking step: Return the bowl to the microwave and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the filling thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
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Flavoring the filling: Stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
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Cool the filling: To prevent a skin from forming, cover the bowl with wax paper or plastic wrap and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours until completely cool.
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Assemble the pie: Once the filling has cooled, spread about โ cup of warm hot fudge on the bottom of the graham cracker crust. Top the fudge with 2 sliced bananas, arranging them evenly.
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Add the filling: Spread the cooled banana cream mixture generously over the bananas in the pie crust.
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Chill: Refrigerate the pie for at least 1-2 hours to allow it to set properly.
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Serve: Before serving, top the pie with a dollop of Cool Whip or freshly whipped cream if desired.
Tips for Success:
- For an extra layer of indulgence, drizzle more hot fudge sauce on top before serving.
- Be sure to let the filling cool completely to prevent the bananas from becoming mushy.
- If you prefer a less sweet filling, you can reduce the amount of sugar by 2 tablespoons.
- This dessert is perfect for making aheadโjust allow enough chilling time to set properly.
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