Easy Banana Cream Pie
Delight your taste buds with this Easy Banana Cream Pie, a no-bake dessert that’s as effortless as it is indulgent! This recipe combines a buttery graham cracker crust with layers of fresh, ripe bananas and a velvety vanilla pudding filling, all topped with fluffy whipped topping for a creamy finish. Perfect for busy schedules, this pie comes together in just 15 minutes of prep, making it an ideal treat for last-minute gatherings or weeknight indulgence. Optional chocolate shavings add a touch of elegance, while minimal ingredients and no oven time make it accessible for bakers of all experience levels. Serve this easy banana cream pie chilled for a refreshing and sweet dessert everyone will adore!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made crust graham cracker crust
- 3 whole ripe bananas
- 1 packet (3.4 oz) vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups whipped topping
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons optional chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Peel and slice the bananas into thin, even slices. Set aside.
2. In a medium mixing bowl, prepare the vanilla pudding according to the package instructions by whisking the pudding mix with 2 cups of milk until smooth, about 2 minutes.
3. Gently fold in the vanilla extract and 1 cup of whipped topping into the pudding mixture to create a creamy filling.
4. Arrange an even layer of banana slices on the bottom of the graham cracker crust.
5. Pour half of the pudding mixture over the bananas, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
6. Add another layer of sliced bananas on top of the pudding layer, then pour the remaining pudding mixture over the second banana layer.
7. Spread the remaining 1 cup of whipped topping over the top of the pie, creating a smooth, even layer.
8. For optional garnish, sprinkle the pie with chocolate shavings or additional banana slices just before serving.
9. Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until fully chilled and set.
10. Slice, serve, and enjoy your easy banana cream pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1996 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.9 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.4 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 2247 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 301.6 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 182.4 g | ||
| Protein | 30.6 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.6 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 727 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 2303 mg | 49% | |
*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.
