PERFECT BANANA CREAM PIE
A billowy whipped-cream topping conceals a velvety banana custard in this dreamy pie.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Pie & Tarts Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Make the crust: Preheat oven to 425 degrees. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out dough into a 14-inch round (1/4 inch thick). Fit dough into a 9-inch pie plate. Trim dough to extend above edges by 1 inch, fold under, and crimp. Prick bottom with a fork, and freeze until firm, about 15 minutes. Cut a large round of parchment paper (about 11 inches), and place in pie shell, allowing excess to extend above edges. Fill with pie weights. Freeze until cold, about 10 minutes.
- Bake crust 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees. Remove pie weights and parchment, and bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes more. Let cool on a wire rack.
- Make the filling: Combine granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a bowl. Add egg yolks, and whisk until smooth. Bring milk to a simmer in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup milk to yolk mixture in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly. Pour mixture into pan with hot milk, and cook, whisking constantly, until mixture begins to bubble and is very thick, about 6 minutes.
- Pour milk mixture through a large-mesh sieve into a bowl. Add butter, and stir until melted. Fold in bananas. Pour into crust. Place plastic wrap directly on surface of filling to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Make the topping: Beat together cream, sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form. Spread whipped cream over filling. Using a rubber spatula or the back of a spoon, shape topping into peaks.
- Using a vegetable peeler, shave chocolate at a 45-degree angle, and scatter over pie. (You will only need about 1 ounce of chocolate for the shavings, but it will be easier to shave if you start with a larger piece than you need.) Serve.
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[email protected]This pie is a classic for a reason. It's delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use fresh or frozen bananas, depending on what I have on hand.
Asif Shekih
[email protected]I made this pie for my family and they loved it! The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and smooth. The bananas added a delicious sweetness. I will definitely be making this pie again.
Ssessanga Marvin
[email protected]This pie is a great way to use up ripe bananas. It's also a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
Neli Kamal
[email protected]I've made this pie several times now and it's always a hit. The crust is flaky and the filling is creamy and smooth. I love the addition of bananas, which add a delicious sweetness.
Moses Jr Kachikopa
[email protected]This pie is a classic for a reason. It's delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use fresh or frozen bananas, depending on what I have on hand.
Musa Anjam
[email protected]I made this pie for my family and they loved it! The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and smooth. The bananas added a delicious sweetness. I will definitely be making this pie again.
Yvonne Campos
[email protected]This pie is a great way to use up ripe bananas. It's also a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
Arifuzzaman Melon
[email protected]I've made this pie several times now and it's always a hit. The crust is flaky and the filling is creamy and smooth. I love the addition of bananas, which add a delicious sweetness.
Mushahid Meer
[email protected]This pie is a great way to use up ripe bananas. It's also a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
Augustus
[email protected]I made this pie for my family and they loved it! The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and smooth. The bananas added a delicious sweetness. I will definitely be making this pie again.
sahil safi
[email protected]This pie is a classic for a reason. It's delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use fresh or frozen bananas, depending on what I have on hand.
Ben Burns
[email protected]I made this pie for a party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this pie again.
Dj Kiwa
[email protected]This is the best banana cream pie I've ever had! The crust is perfectly flaky and the filling is creamy and smooth. The bananas add just the right amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this pie again.
Lucy Clarke
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The banana cream pie turned out beautifully and tasted even better. The crust was golden brown and flaky, and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves banana cream pie.
Mahfusat Sidiq
[email protected]I've tried many banana cream pie recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, and the results are always amazing. The pie is always a hit at parties and potlucks.
MD Sarwar Uddin Sagor
[email protected]This banana cream pie recipe is simply perfect! The crust is flaky and buttery, the filling is creamy and smooth, and the bananas add a delicious sweetness. I've made this pie several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.