Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons (70g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
  • 1 (3.4 ounce/96g) package instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 3 cups (720ml) whole milk, cold
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 3 medium ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 ½ cups (360ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 3 tablespoons (38g) powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Crust: From Scratch: Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press into the pie plate. Bake until lightly golden and fragrant. Let cool completely. Pre-Made: If using a pre-made crust, ensure it's ready and waiting.
  2. Make the Pudding Filling: Whisk together instant pudding mix and cold milk in a bowl until smooth and thickened (about 2 minutes). Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Assemble the Pie: Arrange a layer of sliced bananas on the bottom of the cooled crust. Pour the pudding filling over the bananas, spreading evenly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the filling to set.
  4. Make the Whipped Cream Topping: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  5. Finish and Serve: Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chilled pie. Garnish with extra banana slices or shaved chocolate (optional). Slice and serve immediately, or keep refrigerated until ready to serve.