Easy No-Bake Mini Banana Cream Pies: Family Favorite Recipe
These Easy No-Bake Mini Banana Cream Pies are a family favorite dessert that’s creamy, delicious, and simple to make! With a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth banana filling, and whipped cream topping, these mini pies are a perfect treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 mini pies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- For the Banana Cream Filling:
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 ¼ cups whole milk
- For the Topping:
- Whipped cream (store-bought or homemade)
- Sliced bananas for garnish
- Optional: Crushed graham crackers or chocolate shavings for topping
Instructions
- Make the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until well mixed and the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottoms of 6 mini pie dishes or tart pans. Use a spoon to gently press down to form a firm crust. Place in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the filling.
- Make the filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and whole milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).
- In a separate large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then beat again until creamy.
- Gently fold the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture until combined.
- Fold in 1 cup of whipped cream, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
- Assemble the pies: Arrange sliced banana pieces at the bottom of each chilled graham cracker crust. Spoon the banana cream filling over the bananas, smoothing it out with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the pies for at least 2 hours to set.
- Serve: Before serving, top each mini pie with a dollop of whipped cream, extra banana slices, and a sprinkle of crushed graham crackers or chocolate shavings if desired.
Notes
- For best results, make sure to use ripe bananas for extra sweetness and flavor.
- These mini pies can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- You can make these pies ahead of time as they only improve with chilling!
