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Peanut Butter Banana Cream Pie

A delightful twist on the classic banana cream pie, featuring a rich peanut butter filling, sweet banana slices, and a fluffy whipped cream topping.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy) Creamy peanut butter preferred for smooth texture.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Ensure you have enough for balancing flavors.
  • 1 large egg (room temperature) Room temperature for better mixing.
For the Filling
  • 3 packages cream cheese (softened) Good quality cream cheese makes a difference.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar For sweetening the filling.
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream Fresh cream yields the best results.
  • 1 package banana cream instant pudding mix Adds flavor and helps set the filling.
  • 2 medium bananas (sliced) Add just before filling to keep them fresh.
For Garnish
  • Sliced banana For decoration before serving.
  • Whipped cream For topping.
  • Chopped peanuts For added texture and flavor.
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter (melted) Drizzle over top before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, stir together 1 cup of peanut butter, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 room temperature egg until fully combined.
  3. Press the cookie batter evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a deep dish 9-inch pie pan.
  4. Bake for 13-14 minutes or until slightly crisp and no longer shiny; it should look golden.
  5. Allow the crust to cool completely.
Filling and Assembly
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together 3 packages of softened cream cheese with 3/4 cup of sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of heavy whipping cream and the banana cream instant pudding mix until combined and soft peaks form.
  3. Add the pudding mixture to the cream cheese mixture and beat until smooth.
  4. Layer sliced banana evenly on the cooled crust.
  5. Spoon the creamy filling on top of the sliced bananas, smoothing it into an even layer.
  6. Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow it to set.
Garnishing
  1. Decorate with more sliced bananas, whipped cream, and chopped peanuts.
  2. Drizzle with melted peanut butter before serving.

Notes

Tips: Use quality ingredients, make-ahead friendly, and avoid overmixing the filling.