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No-Bake Mini Banana Cream Pies

No-Bake Mini Banana Cream Pies


  • Author: easysweetmeal
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 810 mini pies 1x

Description

Bite-sized bliss! Graham crust, fresh bananas & silky banana-vanilla cream, crowned with whipped topping—easy, nostalgic, and so cute!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 1012 crackers)

  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • Pinch of salt

  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix

  • 1½ cups whole milk

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

  • Additional banana slices

  • Whipped cream

  • Shaved chocolate, crushed nuts, or cinnamon


Instructions

1. Make the Crust

  • In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and salt.

  • Stir in melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.

  • Press about one tablespoon of the mixture into each mini muffin tin or tart pan.

  • Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.

2. Prepare the Banana Filling

  • In a bowl, whisk instant pudding mix with milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).

  • Stir in vanilla extract and set aside.

3. Make Whipped Cream

  • In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.

  • Gently fold whipped cream into the pudding mixture to create a light banana cream.

4. Assemble the Mini Pies

  • Place banana slices at the bottom of each crust.

  • Spoon the banana cream filling over the banana layer and smooth the tops.

5. Chill the Pies

  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.

6. Garnish and Serve

  • Before serving, top with whipped cream, banana slices, or other garnishes like chocolate or nuts.

Notes

  • This no-bake dessert is ideal for summer, entertaining, or anytime you need a make-ahead treat.

  • For best results, serve chilled and enjoy within a couple of days for peak freshness.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American