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Strawberry Banana Cream Pie

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A luscious layered pie with a buttery graham cracker crust, silky vanilla custard, fresh sliced strawberries, and bananas, all topped with whipped cream, whole berries, and a drizzle of berry sauce. This refreshing dessert is light, fruity, and decadently creamy.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2½ cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 cup whipped cream or topping
  • Whole strawberries for garnish
  • Crushed graham cracker crumbs (for garnish)
  • Optional: berry sauce or jam for drizzle

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
  3. Press mixture into a 9-inch pie dish and bake for 10 minutes. Let it cool completely.
  4. In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks.
  5. Gradually add milk while whisking and cook over medium heat until thickened.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract. Let cool slightly.
  7. Pour half of the custard into the cooled crust.
  8. Layer with sliced strawberries and some banana slices.
  9. Add the remaining custard over the fruit layer.
  10. Chill the pie for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
  11. Before serving, top with whipped cream, more banana slices, and whole strawberries.
  12. Sprinkle with crushed graham cracker crumbs and drizzle with berry sauce if desired.
  13. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Chill the pie well to ensure clean slices.
  • Use ripe but firm bananas to avoid browning.
  • Substitute berry jam if fresh sauce isn’t available.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: strawberry banana cream pie, fruit pie, summer dessert, custard pie, no gelatin pie

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