Captain Reese’s Peanut Butter Honey Gram Pistachio Crunch Banana Cream Pie | 4x AMAZING Recipes
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Recipe #1
Captain Reese’s Peanut Butter Honey Gram Crunch Banana Cream Pie (easy button recipe intended for customization)
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (one pack)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (we use a little more)
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter (or more)
- 1 cup oats (for thick crust)
- 1 cup Captain Crunch
- ½ cup Reese’s Peanut Butter Morsels
- ¼ cup pistachios
- (to keep it simple use Gram Cracks, Captain Crunch & butter, it tastes great!)
For the filling:
- 2-6 banana
- 2 ½ cups Milk
- 1 package of Jell-o no-bake banana cream pudding mix
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- Throw dry ingredients in blender and dust them.
- Place butter in small glass bowl, scoop peanut butter on top, add Recess’s morsels on top of that. Heat in microwave for 20 seconds and stir, repeat, until melted. Mine took 40 seconds.
- Add dusted crumbs and butter mix to pie pan and form crust using spoon.
- Add pistachios to blender and blend separately to sprinkle on banana layer later.
- Create the Banana Layer:
- Place the sliced bananas over the peanut butter honey gram crunch crust and sprinkle pistachio dust/crumbs on them.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk and mixture. DONE
- Assemble the Pie:
- Once the filling is mixed (about 2 minutes), pour it over the banana layer, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Whipped Cream Topping:
- Use whipped cream in a can OR just before serving, prepare the whipped cream topping. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the pie.
- Serve:
- Slice and serve your delightful Captain Recess’s Peanut Butter Honey Gram Crunch Banana Cream Pie!
Recipe #2
Peanut Butter Honey Gram Crunch Banana Cream Pie
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
For the peanut butter honey gram crunch layer:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup honey
For the banana layer:
- 2-6 ripe bananas, sliced
For the filling:
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the whipped cream topping:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, melted butter, and ¼ cup of peanut butter. Mix until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until it’s lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
- Make the Peanut Butter Honey Gram Crunch Layer:
- In a bowl, mix together 1 cup of graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup of creamy peanut butter, and ¼ cup of honey until well combined.
- Spread this mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
- Create the Banana Layer:
- Place the sliced bananas over the peanut butter honey gram crunch layer.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, flour, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg yolks until well combined.
- Gradually pour the milk mixture into the saucepan with the sugar-flour mixture, while constantly whisking.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking continuously, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the mixture has thickened, remove it from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Let the filling cool for a few minutes, then cover it with plastic wrap directly touching the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate until completely chilled.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Once the filling is chilled, pour it over the banana layer, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Whipped Cream Topping:
- Just before serving, prepare the whipped cream topping. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the pie.
- Serve:
- Slice and serve your delightful Captain Recess’s Peanut Butter Honey Gram Crunch Banana Cream Pie!
Enjoy this uniquely delicious dessert creation!
Recipe #3
Bananas Foster Cream Pie
Ingredients:
For the Bananas Foster Layer:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon rum
For the Cream Layer:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 4 egg yolks
- 3 cups whole milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Use Recipe #1 For the Pie Crust (optional, you can use a pre-made crust):
- Recipe #1 Crust or 1 prepared pie crust
Instructions:
- Prepare the Bananas Foster Layer:
- In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced bananas and cook for about 1-2 minutes, gently flipping them to caramelize both sides.
- Add the brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and rum to the skillet. Carefully stir and cook until the sugar has melted and the mixture is well combined. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Prepare the Cream Layer:
- In a bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- In a saucepan, heat the whole milk over medium heat until it’s warm but not boiling.
- Gradually pour a small amount of the warm milk into the egg yolk mixture while whisking constantly. This helps temper the eggs.
- Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining warm milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in 4 tablespoons of butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Assemble the Pie:
- If using a pre-made pie crust, place it in a pie dish. You can also use a graham cracker or cookie crust for a variation.
- Spread the Bananas Foster mixture evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.
- Pour the Cream Layer:
- Pour the prepared Cream Layer mixture over the Bananas Foster layer in the pie crust, spreading it evenly.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 2-3 hours, or until it’s fully chilled and set.
- Optional Toppings:
- You can top the pie with whipped cream, additional banana slices, or a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving, if desired.
- Slice and Enjoy:
- Slice the Bananas Foster Cream Pie and serve it as a delicious dessert!
This unique pie combines the flavors of Bananas Foster with a creamy custard layer. Enjoy!
Recipe #4
Regular Banana Cream Pie Recipe
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (we do not add any sugar)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2-6 ripe bananas, sliced
For the whipped cream topping:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons honey or powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until it’s lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
- Make the Filling:
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, flour, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg yolks until well combined.
- Gradually pour the milk mixture into the saucepan with the sugar-flour mixture, while constantly whisking.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking continuously, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the mixture has thickened, remove it from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Let the filling cool for a few minutes, then cover it with plastic wrap directly touching the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate until completely chilled.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Once the filling is chilled, spread a layer of sliced bananas over the cooled crust.
- Pour the chilled filling over the banana layer, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or until the filling is firm.
- Whipped Cream Topping:
- Just before serving, prepare the whipped cream topping. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie.
- Serve:
- Slice and serve the delicious Banana Cream Pie! You can garnish it with additional banana slices if desired.
Enjoy your homemade Banana Cream Pie!
Please note that this is a basic recipe, and you can customize it to your liking.