Description
This Banana Pudding Pie is a delightful no-bake dessert featuring a flaky baked pie crust filled with creamy instant banana pudding, fresh banana slices, vanilla wafers, and whipped topping. It’s a quick and easy recipe perfect for banana lovers seeking a rich, refreshing pie with a hint of caramel garnish.
Ingredients
Pie Base
- 1 Frozen Pie Crust
Filling
- 5.1 oz Box of Instant Banana Pudding Mix
- 2 Bananas, sliced
- 1 tsp Freshly squeezed Lemon Juice
- 1 can Evaporated Milk (12 fl oz)
- 8 oz Cool Whip Topping, divided (half for filling, half for topping)
- 1 cup Vanilla Wafers, divided
Optional Topping
- Additional banana slices
- Whole vanilla wafers
- Caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat and bake crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the frozen pie crust according to the package instructions until golden and cooked through. Set aside and allow it to cool completely before filling.
- Prepare pudding mixture: While the pie crust bakes, whisk together the instant banana pudding mix and the evaporated milk in a large bowl until smooth. Refrigerate this mixture for about 30 minutes until it sets and thickens.
- Prepare bananas: Slice the two bananas into thin rounds and immediately toss them with 1 teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice to prevent browning and maintain freshness.
- Combine filling ingredients: Once the pudding has set, fold in half of the Cool Whip (approximately 4 oz), the sliced bananas, and half of the vanilla wafers that have been broken into smaller pieces. Gently mix until all ingredients are combined evenly.
- Fill the crust: Pour the pudding mixture into the cooled baked pie crust, spreading it out smoothly. Refrigerate the pie for an additional 10 minutes to help it set further.
- Add toppings and garnish: Spread the remaining Cool Whip evenly over the top of the pie. Garnish with additional banana slices, whole vanilla wafers, and drizzle caramel sauce on top if desired for extra sweetness and presentation.
- Serve: Slice the pie into 8 servings and serve cold for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use bananas that are ripe but firm to avoid mushy texture in the filling.
- Lemon juice prevents banana slices from browning and helps maintain a fresh look.
- Make sure the pie crust is completely cooled before adding the filling to prevent sogginess.
- The pudding needs adequate chilling time to fully set and achieve the right consistency.
- Caramel sauce is optional but adds a delicious sweet contrast to the banana flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free vanilla wafers and pie crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
