Caramel Banana Cream Pie

 

Caramel Banana Cream Pie:

Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tbsp sugar

For the Filling:

• 3-4 ripe bananas, sliced
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 2 cups cold milk
• 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 3 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Topping:

• Whipped cream (optional)
• Extra caramel sauce for drizzling
• Chocolate shavings or crushed nuts (optional)

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Instructions

1. Make the Crust:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Mix until it resembles wet sand.
3. Press the mixture evenly into a 9-inch pie pan.
4. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Let it cool completely.

2. Assemble the Filling:

1. Layer banana slices evenly over the cooled crust.
2. Drizzle caramel sauce over the bananas.

3. Prepare the Pudding Layer:

1. Whisk together milk and instant vanilla pudding mix until thickened.
2. Spread the pudding over the bananas and caramel.

4. Whipped Cream Topping:

1. Beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
2. Gently spread or pipe the whipped cream over the pudding layer.

5. Chill and Serve:

1. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or until set.
2. Before serving, drizzle extra caramel sauce on top and add optional toppings like chocolate shavings or nuts.

Enjoy the creamy, caramel-banana goodness!

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