Light Banana Cream Pie Recipe

Name: Light Banana Cream Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup sifted cake flour; 2 tablespoons unsweetened grated coconut, toasted; 2 tablespoons margarine, melted; 1 to 2 tablespoons cold water; Butter-flavored cooking spray; 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 cups skim milk; 1 egg; 1 egg yolk; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 medium bananas, peeled and sliced; 3 egg whites; 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar

Servings: persons

3/4 cup sifted cake flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened grated coconut, toasted
2 tablespoons margarine, melted
1 to 2 tablespoons cold water
Butter-flavored cooking spray
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups skim milk
1 egg
1 egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 medium bananas, peeled and sliced
3 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar

1
Combine flour, coconut, and margarine; sprinkle water over surface of mixture, stirring with a fork until crumbly. (Do not form a ball.) Press into a 4-inch circle on heavy-duty plastic wrap. Cover with another sheet of plastic wrap. Roll into a 12-inch circle. Remove top sheet of plastic. Invert pastry into a 9-inch pieplate coated with cooking spray; remove remaining plastic. Fold edges under, and flute. Prick bottom of pastry. Bake at 325u00b0 for 15 minutes; cool on a wire rack.
2
Combine 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan. Add milk, stirring well. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Beat egg and egg yolk until thick. Stir one-fourth of hot mixture into beaten egg; add to remaining hot mixture, stirring constantly. Cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes or until thick. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Place banana in pastry. Top with filling.
3
Beat egg whites and cream of tartar at high speed of an electric mixer until foamy. Add remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form. Spread meringue over filling, sealing to edge of pastry. Bake at 325u00b0 for 25 minutes. Cool completely before serving.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup sifted cake flour, 2 tablespoons unsweetened grated coconut, toasted, 2 tablespoons margarine, melted, 1 to 2 tablespoons cold water, and more.

Yes, Light 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.

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Light Banana Cream Pie

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Variations & substitutions

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