Banana Split Pie Recipe

Overview:

This delightful Banana Split Pie recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a potluck supper, a dessert party, or simply a weeknight treat for the family. With its creamy custard filling, sweet bananas, luscious strawberries, and crunchy walnuts, it’s a dessert that appeals to both the young and the young at heart. 🍌🍓

Preparation Time: 45 minutes
Cooking Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours and 45 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients:

Here’s what you’ll need to make this scrumptious Banana Split Pie:

Ingredients	Quantity
Sugar	6 tablespoons
Cornstarch	3 tablespoons
Milk	2 cups
Unsalted butter	2 tablespoons
Vanilla extract	3 teaspoons
Bananas	3 ripe bananas
Semi-sweet chocolate chips	1 1/4 cups
Graham cracker crust (9-inch) or your favorite pie crust	1 prebaked crust
Strawberry	2 medium-sized
Heavy cream	2-3 cups
Confectioners’ sugar	1 cup
Walnuts	1/2 cup
Maraschino cherry	1

Instructions:

Let’s dive into the step-by-step process of making this indulgent Banana Split Pie:

Prepare the Custard:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and cornstarch.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until well blended.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil (approximately 5 minutes).
Prepare the Egg Mixture:
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks.
- Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of the hot thickened milk.
- Incorporate the egg yolk mixture into the remaining milk in the saucepan.
Cook the Custard:
- Boil the custard, whisking continuously, for 1 minute.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and whisk in the butter, one tablespoon at a time, until melted.
- Blend in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Set aside the custard until it cools to room temperature, whisking occasionally.
- Cover the custard with a sheet of waxed paper directly on top and refrigerate until chilled, approximately 1 hour.
Prepare the Pie Crust and Fill with Custard:
- Once the custard is chilled, whisk it again to ensure smoothness, then stir in the chocolate chips.
- Peel and slice the bananas thinly crosswise on the diagonal.
- Line the bottom and sides of the pie crust with the banana slices.
- Pour the chocolate chip custard into the pie shell, smoothing the top in concentric circles.
Prepare the Topping:
- Lightly whip the cream.
- Beat in the confectioners’ sugar and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Assemble the Pie:
- Spread the whipped cream decoratively over the top of the pie.
- Arrange strawberries on top of the whipped cream.
- Sprinkle chopped walnuts over the strawberries.
- Place the maraschino cherry in the center as a final touch.
Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the Banana Split Pie until serving time.

Nutritional Information:

Calories: 480.6
Fat Content: 32.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 15.5g
Cholesterol Content: 108mg
Sodium Content: 162.7mg
Carbohydrate Content: 44.3g
- Fiber Content: 3g
- Sugar Content: 22.2g
Protein Content: 6.3g

Serving Suggestions:

This Banana Split Pie is best served chilled, making it a refreshing dessert option. Pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat, or enjoy it on its own for a delightful burst of flavors. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving something sweet, this pie is sure to impress! 🥧✨