Peanut Butter Banana Cream Pie Recipe

Name: Peanut Butter Banana Cream Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Crust:; 1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs; 3 tablespoons sugar; pinch of salt; 1/2 stick (4 Tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted; For the Chocolate Layer:; 2 ounces of dark chocolate, melted over a double boiler; For the Peanut Butter Layer:; 3/4 cup homemade peanut butter, or the jarred stuff, chunky or smooth as you see fit; For the Banana Layer:; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 large egg yolks; 2 cups whole milk; 2 Tablespoons cold unsalted butter; 3 ripe bananas, thinly sliced; For the Whipped Cream Layer:; 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream; 2 teaspoons powdered sugar; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

For the Crust:
1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons sugar
pinch of salt
1/2 stick (4 Tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
For the Chocolate Layer:
2 ounces of dark chocolate, melted over a double boiler
For the Peanut Butter Layer:
3/4 cup homemade peanut butter, or the jarred stuff, chunky or smooth as you see fit
For the Banana Layer:
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 large egg yolks
2 cups whole milk
2 Tablespoons cold unsalted butter
3 ripe bananas, thinly sliced
For the Whipped Cream Layer:
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
To make the crust, stir the graham cracker crumbs, sugar and salt together in a medium bowl. Pour in melted butter and stir until all of the dry ingredients are uniformly moist. Turn the ingredients into a 9-inch pie pan and pat with your fingers to create a layer of crumbs on the bottom and up the sides of the pie pan.
2
Put the pan in the freezer while you preheat the oven.
3
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake crust for 10-12 minutes. Remove from oven and set crust aside to cool.
4
For the chocolate layer, melt the chocolate in a double boiler. Once cooled, pour into the baked graham cracker crust and spread around with a spatula. Place in the refrigerator to cool.
5
Once the chocolate is cooled, spread the peanut butter over the melted and hardened chocolate.
6
To prepare the banana 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. Make sure to keep an eye on this and whisk constantly over a low flame. The cornstarch will make the mixture thicken quickly.
7
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.
8
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.
9
Make chocolate shavings: Carefully run a sharp knife along the back side of a dark chocolate bar towards yourself. Quickly sprinkle the shavings on the top of the pie.

1439

kcal

Calories

100

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Crust:, 1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs, 3 tablespoons sugar, pinch of salt, and more.

Yes, Peanut Butter 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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Peanut Butter Banana Cream Pie

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Variations & substitutions

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