Banana Cream Pie with Chocolate

Indulge in the decadent decadence of this Banana Cream Pie with Chocolate, a dessert that's as luxurious as it is irresistibly delicious! This recipe features a buttery graham cracker crust that cradles a velvety layer of rich chocolate ganache, complemented by a creamy homemade vanilla custard and perfectly ripe banana slices. The pie is crowned with a cloud of lightly sweetened whipped cream and optional dark chocolate shavings for an elegant finish. Perfect for any occasion, this chilled dessert combines the nostalgic flavors of classic banana cream pie with a touch of chocolatey sophistication to delight your taste buds. Ready in just an hour (plus chilling time), this show-stopping pie serves eight and is guaranteed to be the star of your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 6 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup Heavy cream (for ganache)
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar (for filling)
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for filling)
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 Bananas, ripe but firm
• 1 cup Heavy cream (for topping)
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 0 for garnish Dark chocolate shavings (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.

Step 3

Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form an even crust. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let cool completely.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk until smooth to make the ganache.

Step 5

Pour the ganache into the cooled crust and spread it into an even layer. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.

Step 6

In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, 0.5 cup granulated sugar, and cornstarch. Heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to thicken, stirring constantly.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually temper the yolks by slowly whisking in 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture. Then, pour the yolks into the saucepan while whisking constantly.

Step 8

Cook the custard until thick and bubbling, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and the vanilla extract. Let the custard cool slightly.

Step 9

Slice the bananas and arrange them in a single layer on top of the chilled ganache layer.

Step 10

Spread the custard over the bananas, smoothing the surface with a spatula. Chill the pie for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.

Step 11

In a large bowl, whip the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream with the powdered sugar until soft peaks form.

Step 12

Spread or pipe the whipped cream on top of the pie. Garnish with dark chocolate shavings, if desired.

Step 13

Serve chilled and enjoy your Banana Cream Pie with Chocolate!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1923.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5502.9

Total Fat 363.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 217.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 1627.2mg	0%
Sodium 1471.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 526.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.3g	0%
Total Sugars 357.4g
Protein 63.4g	0%

Vitamin D 301.9IU	0%
Calcium 1145.6mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 2203.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.1%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 37.4%