Ingredients for Banana Dream Pie
- Instant Vanilla Pudding
- Cool Whip
- Milk
- Vanilla
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 12 full graham crackers)
- 3-4 ripe bananas, sliced
How to Make Banana Dream Pie
- Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or a zip-top bag and rolling pin.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and sugar in a medium bowl. Mix until evenly moistened.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish, forming an even crust. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and then gently fold in the whipped cream.
- Slice the bananas and layer them evenly over the chilled crust.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the bananas, making sure to cover all the slices.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving, allowing the flavors to meld and the pie to set completely.
- Garnish with extra whipped cream and banana slices before serving (optional).
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
32 g
Sugar
222g
Fat
59g
Carbs
29g
