Mini Banana Cream Pie Recipe – Simple and Delicious Treat

Ingredients

• 1 cup crushed graham crackers
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 ripe bananas, sliced
• 2 cups vanilla pudding (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup whipped cream (or whipped topping)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• to taste chocolate shavings or dust for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Mix well until the mixture resembles wet sand.
2. Form the Crust: Press the graham cracker mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of 6 mini pie dishes or tartlet pans. Ensure it's tightly packed.
3. Chill the Crust: Place the crusts in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to firm up.
4. Layer the Bananas: Once the crusts have chilled, layer the sliced bananas evenly across the bottom of each crust.
5. Add Pudding: Spoon the vanilla pudding over the bananas, ensuring an even distribution. Tap the mini pies gently to settle the pudding.
6. Top with Whipped Cream: In a bowl, mix the whipped cream with vanilla extract and cinnamon. Spread the whipped cream generously over the pudding layer.
7. Chill Again: Return the pies to the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the pies to set.
8. Garnish: Before serving, sprinkle with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder, if desired.