Description
Nutty banana gooey chocolate peanut butter pie blends creamy textures with rich chocolate and peanut butter flavors. Sweet banana slices and crunchy nuts complement the indulgent layers you’ll savor in each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 bananas
- 1 cup (240 ml) creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup (85 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup (240 ml) whipped topping (or whipped cream)
- ⅓ cup (75 g) unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar
- 2 tbsps granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (60 ml) heavy cream
- ¼ cup (30 g) chopped peanuts or pecans
- Optional: chocolate shavings or drizzle
Instructions
- Crust Preparation: Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar into a unified mixture. Compress the blend evenly across the pie pan’s bottom and sides, creating a sturdy foundation. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to solidify the base.
- Filling Creation: Whisk cream cheese, peanut butter, and powdered sugar until smooth. Gently fold in whipped topping, developing a light, creamy consistency that promises rich flavor and airy texture.
- Layer Assembly: Spread a uniform peanut butter base over the chilled crust. Arrange banana slices in a precise pattern, then generously cover with the remaining peanut butter mixture, ensuring a seamless, velvety surface.
- Chocolate Ganache Transformation: Melt chocolate chips with scalding heavy cream, creating a glossy, luxurious sauce. Stir until achieving a uniform, silky consistency that delivers intense chocolate depth.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle the molten chocolate ganache across the pie, ensuring complete coverage. Garnish with chopped nuts and optional chocolate shavings, adding textural complexity and visual intrigue.
- Chilling and Serving: Refrigerate the pie for a minimum of two hours to set completely. Slice carefully and serve chilled, unveiling layers of nutty, chocolatey, and creamy indulgence.
Notes
- Chill Crust Carefully: Refrigerate the graham cracker crust for exactly 10 minutes to create a firm, stable base that prevents crumbling and maintains structural integrity.
- Smooth Filling Technique: Fold whipped topping gently into the peanut butter mixture to preserve airiness and prevent deflating, ensuring a light, creamy texture.
- Prevent Banana Browning: Toss banana slices in a touch of lemon juice before layering to prevent oxidation and maintain fresh, vibrant color throughout refrigeration.
- Ganache Temperature Control: Allow chocolate ganache to cool slightly before pouring to prevent melting the pie’s delicate layers, creating a perfect glossy finish without compromising the filling’s structure.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg