The Best Banana Cream Pie Recipe

Name: The Best Banana Cream Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups half-and-half; ¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine; 1 cup granulated sugar; 3 extra large eggs; ¼ cup cornstarch; 1 teaspoon vanilla; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 cup miniature marshmallow; 3 cups sliced bananas; ¼ cup pineapple juice; 2 baked 9-inch pie shells; sweetened whipped cream

Servings: persons

5 cups half-and-half
¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine
1 cup granulated sugar
3 extra large eggs
¼ cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup miniature marshmallow
3 cups sliced bananas
¼ cup pineapple juice
2 baked 9-inch pie shells
sweetened whipped cream

1
In medium to large saucepan, combine half and half and butter.
2
Bring just to a boil over medium heat.
3
In a medium sized bowl, beat together sugar, eggs, cornstarch, vanilla, and salt until cornstarch is completely dissolved and mixture is well blended.
4
Gradually add to the mixture in the saucepan, beating constantly with a wire whisk.
5
Cook while stirring constantly for 2 minutes or until the mixture thickens.
6
Add the marshmallows.
7
Stir until the marshmallows melt and the mixture is smooth.
8
Remove from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
9
In a medium bowl, toss the bananas with the pineapple juice until they are evenly coated.
10
Drain and discard the juice.
11
Fold the bananas into the cooled filling mixture.
12
Spoon into the crusts.
13
Lay plastic wrap directly on top of filling to prevent a film from forming.
14
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
15
Remove plastic wrap and top with whipped cream.

604

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

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.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups half-and-half, ¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine, 1 cup granulated sugar, 3 extra large eggs, and more.

Yes, The Best 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.

The Best Banana Cream Pie

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