Chocolate Banana Nut Pie
Indulge your sweet tooth with the decadent Chocolate Banana Nut Pie—an irresistible no-fuss dessert that's perfect for any occasion. This pie combines a buttery graham cracker crust with layers of ripe bananas, creamy chocolate ganache, and a crunchy medley of mixed nuts for a symphony of flavors and textures in every bite. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and optional garnishes of chocolate shavings and nuts, this dessert is as stunning as it is delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple, high-quality ingredients like semisweet chocolate and ripe bananas, this make-ahead pie is ideal for entertaining or satisfying late-night cravings. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or treating your family, this chilled masterpiece is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cups heavy cream
- 2 large bananas (ripe)
- 0.5 cups chopped mixed nuts (e.g., walnuts, pecans, almonds)
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 2 tablespoons chocolate shavings (optional for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the graham cracker mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove and let it cool completely.
Place the chopped semisweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 2-3 minutes.
Whisk the chocolate and cream together until smooth and glossy to create the ganache.
Peel and slice the bananas into 1/4-inch thick rounds, and arrange them in an even layer over the cooled crust.
Pour the ganache over the bananas, spreading it evenly to cover the banana layer completely.
Sprinkle the chopped mixed nuts over the ganache layer.
Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until the ganache is set and firm.
When ready to serve, top the pie with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and additional chopped nuts if desired.
Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3703 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 240.3 g | 308% | |
| Saturated Fat | 121.8 g | 609% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 1127 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 391.8 g | 142% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.4 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 230.9 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 343 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2494 mg | 53% | |
*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.
