Homemade Banoffee Pie is an Easy Yet Elegant Dessert

Banoffee pie is a slice of dessert bliss! This indulgent British dessert combines the sweetness of bananas, the creaminess of dulce de leche, and whipped cream, all in a buttery graham cracker crust.

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I made this banoffee pie last Thanksgiving, and it was a huge success. Everyone expected the usual banana cream pie, but rich, gooey caramel dulce de leche paired with the sweet bananas was a match made in heaven. It completely overshadowed the pumpkin pie!

Despite its fancy appearance, banoffee pie is surprisingly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and about 10 minutes, this easy recipe is ready to go. Easy yet impressive desserts are my favorite kind!

In this blog post, I’ll share my tried-and-true recipe, along with expert tips and answers to your questions. By the end, you’ll be ready to wow your friends and family with your pie-making skills.

🥘Ingredient Notes

For exact amounts needed see the recipe card below

• Graham cracker pie crust: I like to use a store-bought 9-inch graham cracker crust for this recipe! But if you’re feeling ambitious, feel free to make your own homemade crust. Just make sure it’s cooled completely before adding the filling.
• Dulce de leche: You can usually find cans of dulce de leche in the international foods aisle at your local grocery store. If you can’t track it down, you can make your own by simmering a can of sweetened condensed milk, which I explain below.
• Bananas
• Whipped topping

🥣How to Make Banoffee Pie

1. Start by slicing your bananas into rounds about 1/4-inch thick. Arrange them in a single layer on the bottom of your graham cracker crust. Make sure the entire bottom is covered.
2. Next, pour the dulce de leche over the banana slices, using a spatula to spread it evenly across the pie. Make sure to get it all the way to the edges of the crust.
3. Spoon the whipped topping over the dulce de leche layer, creating a generous, even layer that covers the entire pie. 
4. Place your Banoffee Pie in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until the filling is set and the pie is thoroughly chilled. 

🍴Serving Ideas

Now that you’ve created this magnificent Banoffee Pie, it’s time to share it with your loved ones! Here are a few serving ideas to take this dessert to the next level:

• For an extra touch of decadence, sprinkle the pie with chocolate shavings or drizzle chocolate syrup over the top of the pie just before serving. 
• If you’re a true caramel lover, you can add an extra drizzle of caramel sauce over each slice of pie. 
• For a bit of crunch, sprinkle some chopped nuts over the top of each slice. Toasted pecans, walnuts, or hazelnuts would all be delicious choices.

💭How to Store

Because of the fresh bananas and whipped topping, Banoffee Pie must be stored in the refrigerator. Place the pie in the fridge as soon as it has cooled and you’ve finished adding any toppings. Cover it tightly with plastic wrap or foil.

If you have a few slices left over, you can store them individually in airtight containers in the fridge. Banoffee Pie is best enjoyed within 3-4 days of making it. After that, the bananas can start to brown, and the crust may become soggy.

🥛Making Dulce de Leche from Sweetened Condensed Milk

You can easily make dulce de leche from a can of sweetened condensed milk. Here is how:

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. 
2. Pour the sweetened condensed milk into a baking dish that fits inside a larger pan. 
3. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and set inside the larger pan. Pour boiling water into the pan, and then bake for 1 hour or until the milk is thick and caramelized.

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