Description
A refreshing and creamy dessert combining luscious layers of ripe bananas and fresh strawberries, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust and topped with whipped cream. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, whipped
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
For Garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
- Banana slices
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, then allow it to cool completely.
- Make the Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined and fluffy.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Layer the sliced bananas and strawberries at the bottom of the cooled pie crust.
- Spread the cream mixture evenly over the fruit, ensuring it’s fully covered.
- Chill the Pie:
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 3-4 hours or until fully set.
- Decorate:
- Before serving, top the pie with fresh whipped cream swirls, more sliced strawberries and bananas, and a sprinkle of colorful sprinkles for a festive touch.
- Serve:
- Slice and enjoy this refreshing and creamy strawberry banana cream pie!
Notes
- For best flavor, use ripe bananas.
- Chill thoroughly for optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg