coconut/banana cream pie

NAMPA, ID
Updated on Feb 4, 2012

I love Coconut Cream Pie and Banana Cream Pie. Combining the two makes the best of two worlds. This recipe is tried and true. You won't be disappointed...I promise.

prep time 35 Min
cook time
method ---
yield Yield: 6-8 servings

Ingredients

  • CRUST:
  • 3 cups flaked coconut
  • 7 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • FILLING:
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups light cream
  • 4 - egg yolks, lightly beaten
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 - large firm bananas, sliced
  • - optional: whipped cream

How To Make coconut/banana cream pie

  • Step 1
    In a skillet, saute coconut in butter until golden. Press all but 2 tablespoons into the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9" pie plate. Bake at 350 for 7 minutes.
  • Step 2
    In a saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, cornstarch and salt. Gradually add cream and bring to a boil. Cook and stir constantly for 2 minutes. Add a small amount to egg yolks. Return all to pan; cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat; add vanilla. Cool to room temperature.
  • Step 3
    Place sliced bananas in the crust. Cover with cream mixture. Chill until set, about 2 hours. Sprinkle with reserved coconut. If desired, garnish with whipped cream and bananas.

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Category: Pies
Keyword: #coconut
Keyword: #banana
Keyword: #Cream

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