Black Bottom Banana Cream Pie

Black Bottom Banana Cream Pie

8 servings
Marrying the flavors of two traditional pies led to the creation of this recipe, and happiness ever after.

Ingredients

  • refrigerated pie crust

    1 crust

    ½ package
  • whipped topping

    divided

    1 container
  • semi-sweet chocolate morsels
    1 package
  • cold milk
    1 ½ c
  • vanilla instant pudding and pie filling

    6 servings

    1 package
  • rum extract
    ½ tsp
  • bananas

    divided

    2 medium
  • Strawberries

    for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F. Let pie crust stand at room temperature 15 minutes. Gently unfold onto lightly floured surface. Roll to 11 1/2-inch circle using floured Baker's Roller®. Place crust in Deep Dish Pie Plate, pressing dough into bottom and up sides. Prick bottom and sides using pastry tool. Bake 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely.Place 1 1/2 cups of the whipped topping and chocolate morsels in Small Micro-Cooker®. Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH 30-45 seconds; stir until smooth. Remove 2 tablespoons of the chocolate mixture to a small, resealable plastic bag for garnishing; set aside. Spread remaining chocolate mixture over bottom of pie crust using All-Purpose Spreader. Place crust in freezer while preparing pudding.Pour milk into Classic Batter Bowl. Add pudding mix and rum extract; whisk 1 minute or until mixture begins to thicken. Fold in 1 1/2 cups of the whipped topping.Slice 1 1/2 bananas; arrange slices over chocolate mixture in crust. Spread pudding mixture over bananas. Refrigerate 30 minutes.To garnish pie, cut small tip off corner of plastic bag filled with chocolate mixture. Squeeze chocolate mixture over pie in decorative design. Fill Easy Accent® Decorator with remaining whipped topping. Pipe rosettes at edge of pie. Garnish with remaining 1/2 banana and strawberries, sliced. Cut pie into wedges.

Black Bottom Banana Cream Pie

Black Bottom Banana Cream Pie

8 servings

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About this Recipe

Indulge in Black Bottom Banana Cream Pie: A Match Made in Dessert Heaven

Prepare to fall in love with the Black Bottom Banana Cream Pie, a dessert that beautifully marries the rich allure of chocolate with the comforting sweetness of classic banana cream pie. This isn't just any pie; it's a delightful creation designed to bring pure joy with every forkful, perfect for any occasion from a casual family dinner to a festive gathering.

What makes this chocolate banana pie truly special is its incredible combination of textures and flavors. You start with a tender, flaky pie crust, which serves as the perfect foundation. Next, a generous layer of melted semi-sweet chocolate morsels forms the signature "black bottom," adding a decadent, slightly bitter counterpoint to the sweetness. Above this, slices of fresh, ripe bananas are nestled, followed by a luscious, smooth vanilla instant pudding filling. The grand finale is a fluffy crown of thawed whipped topping, often garnished with extra banana slices or vibrant strawberries for a stunning presentation.

This easy banana cream pie recipe is wonderfully straightforward, making it accessible even for novice bakers. The use of a refrigerated pie crust and instant pudding mix significantly cuts down on prep time, allowing you to create a show-stopping dessert without a fuss. The optional rum extract adds a subtle depth of flavor that elevates the whole experience, making it feel extra special. Whether you're a long-time fan of banana desserts or looking for a new no-bake-style treat, this Black Bottom Banana Cream Pie is guaranteed to become a cherished recipe in your collection. Serve it chilled for the ultimate creamy, dreamy experience!

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