Kentucky Banana Cream Pie Recipe

Name: Kentucky Banana Cream Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup cornstarch; 2/3 cup sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3 cups milk, scalded; 3 eggs, separated; 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 large banana, peeled and sliced; 1 baked (9-inch) pastry shell; 2 tablespoons sugar

Servings: persons

1/3 cup cornstarch
2/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups milk, scalded
3 eggs, separated
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large banana, peeled and sliced
1 baked (9-inch) pastry shell
2 tablespoons sugar

1
Combine cornstarch, 2/3 cup sugar, and salt in top of a double boiler; mix well. Gradually add milk; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, just until thickened.
2
Beat egg yolks until thick and lemon colored. Stir one-fourth hot mixture into yolks; add to remaining hot mixture, stirring constantly. Cook an additional 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Remove from heat; stir in butter and vanilla.
3
Place banana slices in pastry shell. Pour filling over top.
4
Beat egg whites (at room temperature) until soft peaks form; gradually add 2 tablespoons sugar, and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Spread meringue over filling, sealing to edge of pastry. Bake at 350u00b0 for 5 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Serve pie warm or chilled.

494

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup cornstarch, 2/3 cup sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 3 cups milk, scalded, and more.

Yes, Kentucky Banana Cream Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Kentucky Banana Cream Pie

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions