Maya Angelou's Man Winning Banana Pudding Banana Pie W Meringue

Indulge in the timeless elegance of *Maya Angelou’s Man-Winning Banana Pudding Banana Pie with Meringue*, a dessert that’s as poetic as its namesake. This Southern-inspired masterpiece begins with a buttery graham cracker crust, layered with ripe banana slices and a luscious, homemade vanilla custard. Topped with pillowy peaks of golden-baked meringue, this pie is the perfect balance of creamy, sweet, and tangy. With simple ingredients like whole milk, egg yolks, and vanilla extract, every bite is rich in flavor and tradition. Ready in under an hour, this show-stopping dessert is perfect for celebrations, casual gatherings, or a sweet midweek indulgence. Serve chilled to showcase the silky pudding and airy meringue, and watch this irresistible banana pie win over hearts and taste buds alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch pie shell Graham cracker crust
• 4 Ripe bananas
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 4 Egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 4 Egg whites
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar (for meringue)
• 0.25 teaspoon Cream of tartar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Slice bananas into 1/4-inch rounds and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, whisk together 0.75 cup sugar, 0.25 cup flour, and 0.25 teaspoon salt.

Step 4

Slowly add 2 cups of milk to the dry mixture, whisking to avoid lumps, and heat over medium heat.

Step 5

Stir until the mixture begins to thicken and bubble, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, whisk 4 egg yolks until smooth. Temper the yolks by adding a spoonful of the hot milk mixture to the yolks, whisking continuously.

Step 7

Slowly pour the tempered yolks back into the saucepan, whisking constantly, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until thickened.

Step 8

Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 9

In the graham cracker crust, layer half of the banana slices, then pour half of the pudding mixture on top. Repeat with the remaining bananas and pudding for alternating layers.

Step 10

To make the meringue, use a handheld or stand mixer to beat 4 egg whites and 0.25 teaspoon cream of tartar until foamy.

Step 11

Gradually add 0.25 cup sugar while beating, until stiff peaks form.

Step 12

Spread the meringue over the pie, sealing the edges to prevent shrinkage, and make decorative peaks with the back of a spoon.

Step 13

Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.

Step 14

Let the pie cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Step 15

Slice and serve chilled!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1588.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2910.4

Total Fat 97.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 858.6mg	0%
Sodium 1765.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 468.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 320.2g
Protein 57.3g	0%

Vitamin D 287.9IU	0%
Calcium 781.4mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 3056.4mg	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: 29.4%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 62.9%