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a single serving of banana cream pie with homemade pudding, banana slices, and whipped cream.
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Mini Banana Cream Pie For One

This single serving no bake Banana Cream Pie features a layer of creamy homemade pudding, fresh banana slices, and a buttery cookie crust. A quick, easy, and delicious classic dessert made just for one.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Cooling Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: banana, banana cream pie, pie, pudding
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup heavy cream or heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ tablespoon salted butter
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 6-8 vanilla wafers or use your favorite cookies. (Use enough cookies to completely cover the bottom and sides of your dessert dish.)
  • 1 banana
  • whipped cream -optional for topping
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Instructions

  • In a 1-quart saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the milk with sugar and salt, stirring occasionally until the mixture begins to steam, about 5 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the heavy cream and cornstarch together until smooth.
  • Slowly stir the cornstarch mixture into the warm milk. Continue stirring as the mixture simmers. Reduce the heat to low and cook for about 5 minutes, or until thickened.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla until the butter melts completely.
  • Pour the pudding into a small bowl and let it cool. It will thicken more as it cools.
  • Line the bottom and sides of a small dessert dish or ramekin with vanilla wafers.
  • Slice one banana and layer the slices over the cookies.
  • Spoon the cooled pudding over the banana layer. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours to set.
  • Top with whipped cream and extra banana slices, if desired.

Notes

  • Use Whole Milk: For the creamiest pudding, stick with whole milk. Lower-fat milk will make the filling thinner.
  • Whisk Until Smooth: Fully whisk the cornstarch and cream before adding them to the warm milk. This prevents lumps and creates a silky pudding.
  • Add Flavor Off the Heat: Stir in the butter and vanilla after removing the saucepan from the heat. This keeps the vanilla flavor rich and aromatic.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 660kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 509mg | Potassium: 628mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 52g | Vitamin A: 1323IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 177mg | Iron: 1mg

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