Vegan Frozen Banana-Chocolate Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced (about 150g)
• 2 cups vegan chocolate cookie crumbs (about 200g)
• 1/2 cup vegan butter or margarine (about 113g)
• 1 cup plant-based milk (about 240ml)
• 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 box vegan vanilla pudding mix (about 30g)
• 1 container vegan whipped topping (about 300g)
• Graham crackers or vegan cookies for crust lining (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 2 hours (including freezing time)
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a pie dish with Graham crackers or vegan cookies. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and vegan butter. Press the mixture into the prepared pie dish to form the crust.
3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
4. In a blender or food processor, blend the bananas until smooth. Add the plant-based milk and vanilla extract and blend again.
5. In a separate bowl, prepare the vanilla pudding mix using the required amount of water or milk specified on the package.
6. Combine the banana mixture with the prepared pudding and mix well. Pour this mixture into the baked crust.
7. Top with vegan whipped topping and spread evenly.
8. Freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming all ingredients are available in their plain forms)

• Calories: Approx. 450 calories per serving (depending on the exact ingredients used)
• Fat: Approx. 24g
• Carbohydrates: Approx. 65g
• Protein: Approx. 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Vegan-friendly dessert with a chocolatey and banana flavor combination.
• Creamy and rich texture with a crunchy chocolate cookie crust.
• Easy to make and customize with different types of cookies or crusts.

User Comments:

1. "This is an excellent vegan dessert option! The combination of banana and chocolate is so delicious."
2. "I love how easy it is to make this pie. It's perfect for a weekend treat."
3. "The crust was really good, and the pie was very rich and creamy."
4. "I added some extra chocolate chips to the top for a more chocolatey taste, it was great!"
5. "I made this for my vegan friend and they loved it!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
• Make sure to use vegan-friendly ingredients to keep the dish vegan-friendly.
• Adjust the amount of vanilla extract and other flavors according to your preference.
• This pie can be stored in the freezer for up to a week, but it's best served fresh for the best taste and texture.