ULTIMATE BANANA CREAM PIE

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This is another one of those recipes where I hated this dessert my whole life and was then challenged to come up with a formula for it that I DID like. Here it is - I still don't care for banana cream pie - but this one, I crave sometimes. It's rich without being too sweet, the rum and lime juice give it zip, and the chocolate sauce just adds that last punch! I guarantee you won't have any left if you make one. Please don't substitute or leave ingredients out of this recipe. Everything listed is crucial to the final product.

Provided by P48422

Categories     Pie

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 10inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 large egg yolks
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 pinch salt
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 1/2 cups whole milk
1 piece vanilla beans (4-inch) or 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
7 ounces high quality bittersweet chocolate (do not use chocolate chips)
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup creme fraiche (or 1/2 c. sour cream - creme fraiche is better)
1 pre-baked 10-inch pie shell
5 medium bananas, peeled and sliced 1/8 inch thick
1 teaspoon dark rum
1 teaspoon fresh squeezed lime juice (don't use bottled!)
1/2 cup whipping cream

Steps:

  • For the PASTRY CREAM: Place the yolks, sugar and salt in a mixing bowl and whisk until blended.
  • Stir in the cornstarch.
  • Heat the milk and vanilla bean (if using) to scalding in a heavy saucepan.
  • SLOWLY whisk the milk into the eggs, whisking the eggs constantly.
  • This is called"tempering".
  • Start out with just a thin stream of milk, constantly whisking, then as the eggs warm up you can add the milk faster.
  • You need to do this slowly at first to avoid scrambling the yolks.
  • If you do that, you have to start over.
  • Remove the vanilla bean and pour the yolk mixture back into the pot and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens- about 3-5 minutes.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the cream and the vanilla extract (if using).
  • Pass the cream through a fine mesh strainer (very important to do!!!), then place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill.
  • Will keep several days in the refrigerator.
  • Make the CHOCOLATE SAUCE: Coarsely chop the chocolate and place in a stainless steel bowl.
  • Heat the cream until scalding, pour over the chocolate.
  • Let sit 5 minutes before stirring.
  • Stir with a whisk until very smooth.
  • Serve sauce warm, or refrigerate for later use.
  • This will keep for several weeks in the refrigerator.
  • MAKE THE PIE: Toss the bananas with the rum and the lime juice- set aside.
  • Spread about 3/4 cup of the pastry cream in the pie shell.
  • Layer the bananas evenly over the top, then cover with the remaining pastry cream.
  • Whip the cream to soft peaks, the gently fold in the cream fraiche.
  • Spread this mixture over the top of the pastry cream and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Serve with warm chocolate sauce drizzled over the top.
  • NOTE: This pie doesn't keep well.
  • You can prepare the pastry cream, chocolate sauce, pie shell all ahead of time, but assemble the pie no earlier than the morning of the day you plan to serve it and keep it refrigerated.
  • I've never had leftovers so I don't know how long it keeps after cutting!

Abdul Ushe
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This pie is a lot of work, but it's worth it. It's the best banana cream pie I've ever had.


Abdel majid
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I followed the recipe exactly and my pie turned out runny. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


mpublic online TV
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This pie is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.


Farrukh Javaid
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I was looking for a new banana cream pie recipe and this one did not disappoint. It's easy to make and the results are amazing.


yahsin yahsin
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This pie is absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Ayman Fawzy
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I've made this pie several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.


Dave's Cellphone
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This pie is the perfect combination of creamy and crunchy. I highly recommend it.


Kriti Pun
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I made this pie for my family and they all loved it. It's a new family favorite.


Bhabendra Limbu
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This pie is so good, I could eat it every day.


Rasheed Abdulrahman
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this pie without any problems. It's a great recipe for beginners.


Abubakar Ndakata
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I made this pie for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Anus Shahid
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This pie is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's a stunning and delicious dessert.


Catchiest Shark
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I was a bit skeptical about making this pie because I'm not a huge fan of bananas, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was delicious!


Sami Kashmiri
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This is the best banana cream pie I've ever had. The flavors are perfectly balanced and the texture is amazing.


Betselot Tadese
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I've made this pie several times and it always comes out perfect. The crust is flaky and the filling is creamy and delicious.


Konke Mlasheni
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This banana cream pie is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


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