Ingredients for Grandma's Banana Cream Pie
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Cornstarch
- 4 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Deep Dish Pie Shell
- 3-4 medium ripe bananas
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How to Make Grandma's Banana Cream Pie
- **Make the Custard:** In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and 2 tablespoons cornstarch until smooth. Gradually whisk in 1/3 cup cold milk until a smooth paste forms. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 large egg yolks, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt until light and pale.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the remaining 2 2/3 cups milk over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it just begins to simmer (scalded).
- Temper the egg yolk mixture: Gradually whisk 1/2 cup of the hot milk into the egg yolk mixture. Then gradually whisk 1/2 cup of the hot milk into the flour mixture. This prevents the eggs from scrambling.
- Pour both tempered mixtures into the saucepan with the remaining hot milk. Stir constantly with a whisk.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes).
- Remove from heat. Stir in 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until melted and smooth.
- Pour the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove any lumps. Cover the surface of the custard with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming, and let cool completely.
- **Assemble the Pie:** Pour a layer of the cooled custard into your prepared pie shell.
- Arrange a layer of sliced bananas (about 3-4 medium bananas, sliced) over the custard. Repeat with another layer of custard and bananas, ending with a final layer of custard.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the pie to set.
- **Serve:** Top with whipped cream or Cool Whip before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
11 g
Sugar
109g
Fat
48g
Carbs
20g
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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Pies And Tarts Desserts Eggs Dairy Fruit American Dinner Party Kosher Vegetarian Pies Dietary Low Sodium Comfort Food Midwestern Inexpensive Low In Something Tropical Fruit Bananas Taste Mood Sweet Presentation Served Cold 4 Hours Or Less
