Boston Banana Cream Pie Recipe

Indulge in this heavenly, homemade Boston Banana Cream Pie! This show-stopping dessert features a two-layer cake, creamy banana custard filling, and a rich chocolate glaze. A prize-winning recipe passed down from a Pillsbury Bake-off winner, it's worth the effort for a truly decadent and unforgettable treat. Perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 369.3 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Boston Banana Cream Pie

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How to Make Boston Banana Cream Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two 9-inch round cake layers according to your favorite recipe or box mix instructions. Let cool completely.
  2. For the banana custard filling: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the egg yolks, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas until well combined. Let cool completely, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
  4. Once the cake layers and custard are cool, spread half of the custard over one cake layer. Top with the second cake layer and spread the remaining custard over the top.
  5. For the chocolate glaze: Melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream in a double boiler or microwave until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  6. Pour the chocolate glaze over the top of the pie, letting it drizzle down the sides. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the glaze to set and the flavors to meld.
  7. Garnish with fresh banana slices or whipped cream before serving (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

159g

Fat

29g

Carbs

19g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Boston Banana Cream Pie?

Boston Banana Cream Pie takes about 115 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Boston Banana Cream Pie?

Boston Banana Cream Pie has approximately 369.3 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Boston Banana Cream Pie?

The key ingredients for Boston Banana Cream Pie are Flour, Sugar, Baking Powder, Salt, Milk, Shortening. See the full list with measurements above.

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