Banoffee Pie
Banoffee Pie is a quintessential dessert that combines the rich flavors of bananas, toffee, and cream, all nestled in a buttery biscuit crust.
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Mixing Bowl
- Saucepan
- Pie Dish
Ingredients
Crust
- 200 g Digestive Biscuits These will form the crunchy base of the pie.
- 100 g Unsalted Butter Melted butter is essential for binding the crushed biscuits.
Filling
- 397 g Sweetened Condensed Milk This is the star ingredient for making the toffee layer.
- 2 large Ripe Bananas Choose bananas that are perfectly ripe for optimal sweetness.
Topping
- 300 ml Heavy Cream Whipping cream adds a light and airy texture.
- 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar This will sweeten the whipped cream.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract A hint of vanilla complements the other flavors.
Garnish (optional)
- Grated Chocolate or Cocoa Powder These can be sprinkled on top for an elegant finishing touch.
- Additional Banana Slices For a decorative and appetizing presentation.
Instructions
- Start by preparing the crust. In a food processor, crush the digestive biscuits until they resemble fine crumbs. Transfer the crumbs to a mixing bowl.
- Add the melted unsalted butter to the crushed biscuits and mix until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the biscuit mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Chill the crust in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to set.
- While the crust is chilling, prepare the toffee filling. In a saucepan, place the can of sweetened condensed milk over low heat. Allow it to simmer gently for about 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Once the toffee is ready, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly. Pour the toffee into the chilled biscuit crust, spreading it evenly across the base.
- Slice the ripe bananas and layer them on top of the toffee.
- Next, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until the cream is thick.
- Spread the whipped cream over the bananas, ensuring an even layer that covers them completely.
- For an optional garnish, sprinkle grated chocolate or cocoa powder on top and add a few extra banana slices for decoration.
- Refrigerate the Banoffee Pie for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
Banoffee Pie is a versatile dessert, and you can customize it with different toppings or variations to suit your preferences.