Turkuaz Kitchen Banana Cream Pie

Turkuaz Kitchen Banana Cream Pie with a flaky pie crust is made with flour, sugar, butter, eggs, milk, heavy whipping cream, sugar, egg yolks, flour, cornstarch, sour cream, and vanilla extract. This easy Banana Cream Pie recipe creates a delicious dessert that takes about 2 hours to prepare and can serve up to 8 people.

Turkuaz Kitchen Banana Cream Pie Ingredients

For The Pie Crust:

• 2 1/2 Cups Flour (300g)
• Pinch Of Salt
• 3 2/3 Tbsp Sugar (45g)
• 2 Sticks Cold Butter (225g)
• 1 Tbsp Cold Vinegar (14ml)
• 4 Tbsp Cold Water

For The Egg Wash:

• 1 Egg
• 1 Tbsp Milk

For The Filling:

• 2 Cups Milk
• 1/2 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
• 3/4 Cup Sugar
• 3 Egg Yolks
• 1 Tbsp Flour
• 3 Tbsp Cornstarch
• 1 Tbsp Sour Cream
• 1 Tbsp Butter
• 1 Tbsp Vanilla Extract

For The Topping:

• 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
• 1/4 Cup Powdered Sugar
• 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
• 3-4 Bananas

How To Make Turkuaz Kitchen Banana Cream Pie

1. Prepare the Pie Crust: In a food processor, pulse together the flour, sugar, and salt. Add cubes of cold butter and pulse until the mixture forms chickpea-size pieces. Then add vinegar and water and pulse just until everything blends. Roll the dough into a disc, cover it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30-40 minutes.
2. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F.
3. Roll the Dough: Remove the dough from the refrigerator and let it sit for at least 5 minutes at room temperature. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough into a 12-inch circle (at least 2 inches larger than the pie pan). Unroll the dough into the pie pan and gently press it into the pan. Trim the dough, leaving a 1/2 inch overhang, fold the edge, and press with your fingers.
4. Blind Bake the Crust: Add a piece of parchment paper on top of the dough and add beans. Bake for about 15-17 minutes.
5. Apply Egg Wash and Continue Baking: Remove the pie crust from the oven, take out the beans, and brush with an egg wash made by mixing 1 egg and 1 tbsp milk. Reduce the oven temperature to 370°F and bake the crust for another 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Recipe Tips

• Cold Butter is Key: Make sure the butter is very cold before adding it to the dough. This helps create a flaky crust.
• Chill the Dough: Don’t skip the step of chilling the dough in the refrigerator. This makes it easier to handle and helps prevent shrinking during baking.
• Blind Baking: Use parchment paper and beans to blind bake the crust. This prevents the bottom from puffing up and ensures it’s fully baked.
• Smooth Filling: When making the filling, continuously whisk to avoid lumps. This ensures a smooth, creamy texture.
• Fresh Bananas: Use ripe, but not overripe, bananas for the topping. Overripe bananas can become mushy and affect the texture of the pie.

What To Serve With Banana Cream Pie

Banana Cream Pie goes well with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, fresh berries, or caramel sauce. You can also serve it with coffee, vanilla ice cream, fruit salad, or cold milk for a tasty treat.

How to Store Banana Cream Pie

• Refrigerate: Cover the pie with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. Store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Wrap the pie tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.

Turkuaz Kitchen Banana Cream Pie Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 510
• Total Fat: 32g
• Saturated Fat: 20g
• Cholesterol: 170mg
• Sodium: 190mg
• Total Carbs: 49g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 27g
• Protein: 6g

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