Banana Pudding Pie: An Indulgent Delight with Nilla Wafer Crust
This Banana Pudding Pie with Nilla Wafer Crust is a creamy, dreamy dessert that is sure to impress. The combination of the smooth banana pudding, sweet bananas, and the crunch of Nilla wafers makes for an indulgent treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilled
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 package Nilla wafers
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 egg yolks
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually stir in milk and cook over medium heat until thickened.
- In a bowl, whisk egg yolks and add a little of the hot mixture to temper them. Then pour the yolk mixture back into the saucepan.
- Stir in vanilla extract and remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Fold whipped cream into the pudding mixture until combined.
- Layer Nilla wafers, sliced bananas, and pudding in a pie dish, repeating the layers until filled.
- Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For an extra touch, you can add a layer of whipped cream on top before serving.
- Make sure the bananas are ripe for the best flavor.