Best 6 Grandmas Banana Cream Pie Recipes

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Indulge in the timeless classic, Grandma's Banana Cream Pie, a harmonious blend of creamy, velvety filling nestled in a flaky, golden crust. This iconic dessert combines the tropical sweetness of bananas, the richness of creamy custard, and the delightful crunch of a buttery crust. With three variations to suit every taste, this recipe offers a traditional version, a luscious chocolate variation, and a gluten-free alternative for those with dietary preferences. Embark on a culinary journey as you whip up this nostalgic treat, creating memories that will be cherished for generations to come.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BANANA CREAM PIE



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Banana Cream Pie made with a homemade custard, lots of fresh sliced bananas, a crunchy Nilla wafer cookie crust, topped off with fluffy whipped cream!

Provided by Kathleen

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 1/2 cups coarsely crushed vanilla wafers
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter (melted)
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
5 large egg yolks (lightly beaten)
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 cups heavy cream
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon (or more to taste) brandy
2 bananas (firm, but ripe)
2 cups heavy cream
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 350 degrees.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the vanilla wafer crumbs and sugar. Add the butter and mix well. Press firmly onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9 inch pie plate. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven, and cool completely before adding filling (about 1 hour).
  • In a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk in egg yolks, Gradually add milk and cream. Cook over medium heat, bringing to a gentle boil, whisking constantly until mixture thickens 8-10 minutes. Continue to gently simmer for 1 minute, lowering heat as necessary, and stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Whisk in vanilla, butter, and brandy.
  • Pour filling into a bowl. Place plastic wrap directly on the surface of the filling to prevent a skin from forming. Cool for about 30 minutes or until filling is warm, but no longer hot.
  • Pour half of the warm filling into the cooled crust. Peel and slice the bananas into 1/2 inch slices and layer on top of the filling. Pour the remainder of the filling over sliced bananas. Place a clean sheet of plastic wrap directly on the top surface of the filling. Refrigerate pie until completely chilled, at least 3 hours.
  • Whip the heavy cream in a chilled bowl until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; continue to whip until peaks are just stiff. Spread whipped cream over topping and shape decoratively into a mound. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 786 kcal, Carbohydrate 62 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 58 g, SaturatedFat 34 g, Cholesterol 281 mg, Sodium 336 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 39 g, ServingSize 1 /8 of the recipe

BANANA CREAM PIE I



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Banana Cream Pie is one of the yummiest things on earth and this is a great one.

Provided by Ruby Pfeffer

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Custard and Cream Pie Recipes     Banana Pie Recipes

Time 1h42m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup white sugar
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups milk
3 egg yolks, beaten
2 tablespoons butter
1 ¼ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 (9 inch) baked pastry shell, cooled
4 bananas, sliced

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, and salt. Add milk in gradually while stirring gently. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is bubbly. Keep stirring and cook for about 2 more minutes, and then remove from the burner.
  • Stir a small quantity of the hot mixture into the beaten egg yolks, and immediately add egg yolk mixture to the rest of the hot mixture. Cook for 2 more minutes; remember to keep stirring. Remove the mixture from the stove, and add butter and vanilla. Stir until the whole thing has a smooth consistency.
  • Slice bananas into the cooled baked pastry shell. Top with pudding mixture.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 12 to 15 minutes. Chill for an hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47.2 g, Cholesterol 89.3 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 223.8 mg, Sugar 29.6 g

BANANA CREAM PIE



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Made from our farm-fresh dairy products, this pie was a sensational creamy treat any time Mom served it. Her recipe is a real treasure, and I've never found one that tastes better! -Bernice Morris, Marshfield, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Dough for single-crust pie
3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups whole milk
3 large egg yolks, room temperature, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 medium, firm bananas
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°., Line crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edge is golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottom is golden brown, 3-6 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack., Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine sugar, flour and salt; stir in milk and mix well. Cook over medium-high heat until mixture is thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount into egg yolks; return all to saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes; remove from the heat. Add butter and vanilla; cool slightly. , Slice bananas into crust; pour filling over top. Cool on wire rack for 1 hour. Store in the refrigerator. If desired, garnish with whipped cream and additional sliced bananas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 236mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

GRANNY'S BANANA CREAM PIE



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Make and share this Granny's Banana Cream Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Pie

Time 49m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk
3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 medium firm bananas
1 (9 inch) pie shells, baked
whipped cream or Cool Whip
sliced banana

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine sugar, flour, and salt; stir in milk and mix well.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil; boil for 2 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat.
  • Stir a small amount of cream mixture into egg yolks; return all to saucepan.
  • Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly; remove from the heat.
  • Add butter and vanilla; mix well; allow to cool slightly.
  • Slice the bananas and place evenly in pastry shell; pour cream mixture over bananas.
  • Cool; before serving, garnish with whipped cream or Cool Whip and bananas.
  • Refrigerate any leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.8, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 104.6, Sodium 331.1, Carbohydrate 61.6, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 32.4, Protein 7.1

GRANDMA'S BANANA CREAM PIE



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My grandmother was a wonderful cook, made great pies, and this was my favorite. She always used a homemade pie crust and served it with a dollop of Cool Whip or whipped cream on top. She didn't give me any idea how many bananas to use...so I guessed. She would also use the same custard, making a half batch, for the filling in cream puffs.

Provided by karen

Categories     Pie

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 pie, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups milk
4 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 egg yolks
1/2 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 deep dish pie shell, baked & cooled
4 bananas, sliced

Steps:

  • TO MAKE FILLING: Mix flour and constarch with 1/3 cup cold milk to make a thin smooth paste, and set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks, then add sugar and salt and beat well.
  • In a medium saucepan, scald remaining milk, stirring constantly.
  • While you continue stirring the milk in the pot, add a small amount of the scalded milk to the flour paste and a small amount to the egg/sugar mixture.
  • Pour both mixtures into the pot with the scalded milk and stir well.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat.
  • Add butter and vanilla, and stir well.
  • TO ASSEMBLE PIE: Pour a layer of custard filling in in the pie shell.
  • Place a layer of sliced bananas on top of the filling, then repeat with custard & bananas, and ending with a final top layer of custard.
  • Refrigerate once the custard has cooled.
  • Serve with whipped cream or Cool Whip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.6, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 115.3, Sodium 283.8, Carbohydrate 61.5, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 27.5, Protein 8.3

GRANDMA'S BANANA PUDDING



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My grandma ran a country club and a restaurant in her day. She can make amazing food, but sometimes it's hard to get a recipe from her because she doesn't measure anything and makes everything from memory. While letting her talk it out, I was able to get this banana pudding and a few other recipes written down. Enjoy!

Provided by tigrbtrfly

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (12 ounce) package vanilla wafers, divided
1 cup white sugar
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
4 egg yolks
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon butter
4 bananas, sliced, or more to taste
4 egg whites
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
5 tablespoons white sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Line the bottom of a baking dish with some wafers. Combine sugar, flour, and salt in a bowl.
  • Beat yolks in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add flour mixture alternately with milk and vanilla extract, stirring constantly. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, 8 to 10 minutes. Add butter; continue stirring until thickened to a pudding-like consistency, 5 to 7 minutes more.
  • Layer a portion of banana slices over the wafers and cover with pudding. Repeat layers with remaining bananas, wafers, and pudding.
  • Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl, gradually adding cream of tartar, until soft peaks form. Add sugar and continue beating on high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold in vanilla extract. Spoon meringue over the pudding.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until meringue browns, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.7 calories, Carbohydrate 85.5 g, Cholesterol 111.1 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 341.7 mg, Sugar 43.1 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture in your pie.
  • If you don't have a pie plate, you can use a 9-inch springform pan.
  • To make a gluten-free pie crust, use a gluten-free flour blend.
  • If you want a creamier pie, use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • For a more decadent pie, add a layer of chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the filling.
  • To make a vegan pie, use a vegan butter and milk substitute.
  • Serve the pie chilled for the best flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

Grandma's Banana Cream Pie is a classic dessert that is loved by people of all ages. It is a simple pie to make, and it is always a hit at gatherings. With its creamy filling, sweet bananas, and flaky crust, this pie is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert, give Grandma's Banana Cream Pie a try.

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