Indulge in the satisfying sweetness of a classic dessert without the guilt with this *Healthy Low Fat Banana Cream Pie*! Perfectly balancing flavor and nutrition, this lightened-up treat features a flaky low-fat graham cracker crust layered with naturally sweet slices of ripe bananas and a creamy filling made from non-fat vanilla Greek yogurt, unsweetened almond milk, and a hint of honey or maple syrup. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make pie is refrigerated to achieve its luscious, silky textureβno heavy cream or butter required! Topped with fresh banana slices and an optional dollop of low-fat whipped topping, itβs a refreshing, wholesome dessert thatβs ideal for warm weather gatherings or as a healthier alternative to traditional pies. This recipe is rich in banana flavor, low in fat, and irresistibly creamy, making it the perfect guilt-free indulgence the whole family will love.
1. Peel and slice 2 bananas into thin rounds. Set aside the third banana for garnish.
2. Arrange the banana slices evenly over the bottom of the pre-made low-fat graham cracker crust.
3. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the unsweetened almond milk and cornstarch until smooth.
4. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and honey (or maple syrup).
6. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before folding in the non-fat Greek yogurt. Mix until smooth and well-combined.
7. Pour the yogurt mixture over the bananas in the crust, spreading it evenly with the back of a spoon.
8. Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or until set.
9. Before serving, thinly slice the remaining banana and arrange the slices decoratively on top of the pie.
10. Optional: Add a dollop of low-fat whipped topping to each slice for extra creaminess.
11. Slice the pie into 8 even portions and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Calories |
1759 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 22.8 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1174 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 343.3 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 172.6 g | ||
| Protein | 37.0 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 829 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2068 mg | 44% | |
*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.