Banoffee Pie

Name: Banoffee Pie
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 2 cups digestive biscuits, crushed; 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted; 1.5 cups dulce de leche; 3 ripe bananas, sliced; 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream, chilled; 2 tbsp powdered sugar; 2 tbsp dark chocolate, grated

A classic dessert featuring a crushed biscuit crust filled with rich caramel dulce de leche, sliced bananas, and soft whipped cream.

25 minEasyServes 8450 cal/serving

BritishDessertNo-CookVegetarianHalal-friendlyNut-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

2 cups digestive biscuits, crushed
6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1.5 cups dulce de leche
3 ripe bananas, sliced
1.5 cups heavy whipping cream, chilled
2 tbsp powdered sugar
2 tbsp dark chocolate, grated

Instructions

1

Mix 2 cups crushed digestive biscuits and 6 tbsp melted unsalted butter together in a bowl until combined.
2

Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a pie dish and chill for 15 minutes.
3

Spread 1.5 cups dulce de leche evenly over the chilled crust.
4

Arrange 3 sliced ripe bananas in a single layer over the caramel layer.
5

Whip 1.5 cups chilled heavy whipping cream and 2 tbsp powdered sugar together until soft peaks form, then spoon over the bananas.
6

Top with 2 tbsp grated dark chocolate and chill for 1 hour before serving.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Banoffee Pie?

As written, 25 minutes: 25 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 6, 1 hour. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

What can I use instead of powdered sugar in Banoffee Pie?

The entry for Banoffee Pie calls for 2 tbsp powdered sugar. In its place: Blend granulated sugar with a teaspoon of cornstarch per cup until fine.

Can I make Banoffee Pie gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Banoffee Pie is 2 cups digestive biscuits, crushed. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How many calories are in Banoffee Pie?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 450 calories, with 5 g protein, 52 g carbohydrate and 26 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 280 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Banoffee Pie keep?

Keep Banoffee Pie covered in the refrigerator and eat it within three days. Chilled and set desserts lose their texture in the freezer.

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