Teresa's Recipes
Decadent Banana Cream Tart
Indulge in the creamy delight of this Decadent Banana Cream Tart, where a buttery graham cracker crust cradles layers of luscious banana slices and a velvety vanilla custard. Topped with a cloud of fluffy whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings, this dessert is not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. A classic since the early 20th century, banana cream pie has its roots in American culinary tradition, evolving into this elegant tart version that is perfect for any celebration or as a delightful end to a dinner party.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons, melted Unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup, divided Granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup Cornstarch
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 large, sliced Bananas
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- for garnish Chocolate shavings
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 8
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Calories: 380
- Fat: 22g
- Carbs: 42g
- Protein: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Sugar: 20g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a tart pan to form a crust.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
- In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of sugar and cornstarch. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth and free of lumps.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a gentle boil.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly.
- Place the sliced bananas evenly on top of the cooled crust.
- Pour the hot milk mixture over the bananas, spreading it evenly to cover.
- Let the tart cool for about 30 minutes at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Before serving, whip the heavy cream with the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar until soft peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the top of the tart and garnish with chocolate shavings.
- Slice and serve chilled for a refreshing dessert.
Tips
- For added flavor, consider using a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg in the custard.
- You can substitute the graham cracker crust with a cookie crust, such as Oreo or digestive biscuits, for a different twist.
- To prevent the bananas from browning, you can brush them lightly with lemon juice before adding the custard.