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No Bake Mini Banana Cream Pies

Delightful bite-sized treats full of tropical charm, easy to make and perfect for sharing.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the filling
  • 1 box (3.4 oz) instant banana cream pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For topping
  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced
  • Honey, for drizzling (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until evenly moistened.
  2. Press about 2 tablespoons of the mixture firmly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of each cup in a standard 12 cup muffin tin.
  3. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set.
  4. Whisk the banana pudding mix and cold milk in a medium bowl for 2 minutes until thickened. Let sit for 5 minutes to fully set.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold half of the whipped cream into the pudding mixture until smooth and airy.
  7. Spoon or pipe this filling into the chilled crusts, filling each nearly to the top.
  8. Add a dollop of the remaining whipped cream over each pie.
  9. Arrange a few banana slices on top and finish with a light drizzle of honey, if desired.
Serving and Storage
  1. Serve chilled, arranging them on a colorful platter.
  2. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
  3. If needed to hold longer, reserve sliced bananas and whipped cream separately; assemble within 24 hours for the freshest look and texture.

Notes

Press the crust firmly and evenly for a clean, portable mini pie. Use ripe but firm bananas to avoid mushy slices. Chill the crusts long enough (at least 1 hour) so the filling won’t seep into crumbs.