Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 (15.5 ounce) package Nilla wafer cookies, crushed (about 2 cups)
- 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
- 3 bananas, peeled and sliced
- 2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant banana cream pudding mix
- 3 cups milk
- 1 pint heavy cream, whipped
- Chocolate shavings or mini chocolate chips, for garnish (optional)
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
10 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Combine crushed Nilla wafers and melted butter in a medium bowl. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate.
- Bake for 10 minutes, or until crust is golden brown. Let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pudding mix and milk until smooth. Let stand for 5 minutes, or until pudding has thickened.
- Fold in sliced bananas. Pour pudding mixture into the cooled crust.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Before serving, spread whipped cream over the pudding. Garnish with chocolate shavings or mini chocolate chips, if desired.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 25 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and smooth
- Sweet banana flavor
- Crunchy Nilla wafer crust
- Perfect for dessert or a special occasion
User Comments:
- "This pie is absolutely delicious! The banana pudding is so creamy and the Nilla wafer crust is perfect." - Sarah R.
- "I made this pie for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the banana cream filling and the chocolate shavings added a nice touch." - Matthew S.
- "This is a simple and easy pie to make, but it tastes like it came from a bakery. I highly recommend it." - Emily J.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a pie plate, you can press the crust into a 9-inch springform pan.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours before serving, or overnight for the best results.
- Leftover pie can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
