Banana Cream Pie with Chocolate
Indulge in the decadent decadence of this Banana Cream Pie with Chocolate, a dessert that's as luxurious as it is irresistibly delicious! This recipe features a buttery graham cracker crust that cradles a velvety layer of rich chocolate ganache, complemented by a creamy homemade vanilla custard and perfectly ripe banana slices. The pie is crowned with a cloud of lightly sweetened whipped cream and optional dark chocolate shavings for an elegant finish. Perfect for any occasion, this chilled dessert combines the nostalgic flavors of classic banana cream pie with a touch of chocolatey sophistication to delight your taste buds. Ready in just an hour (plus chilling time), this show-stopping pie serves eight and is guaranteed to be the star of your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 6 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup Heavy cream (for ganache)
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar (for filling)
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for filling)
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 Bananas, ripe but firm
- 1 cup Heavy cream (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- for garnish Dark chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form an even crust. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let cool completely.
In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk until smooth to make the ganache.
Pour the ganache into the cooled crust and spread it into an even layer. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, 0.5 cup granulated sugar, and cornstarch. Heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to thicken, stirring constantly.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually temper the yolks by slowly whisking in 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture. Then, pour the yolks into the saucepan while whisking constantly.
Cook the custard until thick and bubbling, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and the vanilla extract. Let the custard cool slightly.
Slice the bananas and arrange them in a single layer on top of the chilled ganache layer.
Spread the custard over the bananas, smoothing the surface with a spatula. Chill the pie for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
In a large bowl, whip the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream with the powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Spread or pipe the whipped cream on top of the pie. Garnish with dark chocolate shavings, if desired.
Serve chilled and enjoy your Banana Cream Pie with Chocolate!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5503 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 363.4 g | 466% | |
| Saturated Fat | 217.5 g | 1088% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1627 mg | 542% | |
| Sodium | 1471 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 526.0 g | 191% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.3 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 357.4 g | ||
| Protein | 63.4 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.5 mcg | 38% | |
| Calcium | 1146 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2204 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
