Experience the bliss of Banoffee Pie, a quintessential English dessert that masterfully combines the sweetness of bananas with the rich, gooey goodness of caramel, all encased in a buttery biscuit base. This dessert is a sublime treat that marries the natural flavors of ripe bananas with homemade caramel and a light, airy whipped cream topping. Each layer of this pie offers a new texture and taste, making it an irresistible choice for any dessert lover.
Why You’ll Love This: Banoffee Pie is not just a dessert; it’s an experience. The creamy caramel layer provides a luxurious contrast to the crisp biscuit base and the soft, sweet bananas. The final touch of whipped cream adds a lightness that balances the richness below. It’s a dessert that promises comfort with every bite and delights all who try it, making it perfect for those who enjoy decadent, heartwarming treats.
Perfect Occasion: This Banoffee Pie is perfect for a wide range of occasions. Serve it at dinner parties, family gatherings, or as a special treat during the holidays. It’s also a fantastic choice for celebrations like birthdays or anniversaries, where you want a dessert that stands out and impresses your guests. Its crowd-pleasing flavors make it a safe yet spectacular choice for any event.
Decoration Tips: For an elegant presentation, pipe the whipped cream on top of the caramel layer using a star-tipped pastry bag to create beautiful swirls. Sprinkle the top with a little grated chocolate or cocoa powder to add a touch of sophistication. Alternatively, garnish with more banana slices or a drizzle of caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
Ingredients:
- For the Base:
- 400 grams of digestive biscuits (Maria-type)
- 210 grams of melted butter
- For the Caramel:
- 400 grams of sugar
- 80 ml of heavy cream
- A pinch of salt
- For the Filling:
- 2 bananas, sliced
- For the Whipped Cream:
- 200 ml of cold heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius (356 degrees Fahrenheit).
- In a bowl, mix the digestive biscuits and melted butter until well combined. Press this mixture into the base and up the sides of an 18 cm diameter and 8 cm high pie mold. Freeze for 20 minutes, then bake for 10 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
- For the caramel, in a saucepan over low heat, begin melting 100 grams of sugar. As it starts to color, gradually add the remaining sugar, stirring continuously until it reaches a bright amber color. Remove from heat, stir in the heavy cream, return to the heat for 4 minutes, add the pinch of salt, and let it cool slightly.
- Arrange the sliced bananas over the cooled biscuit base. Pour the warm caramel over the bananas. Allow the pie to cool completely and set before removing from the mold.
- For the whipped cream, beat the cold heavy cream with sugar until stiff peaks form. Decorate the top of the pie using a piping bag.
- Chill the pie until ready to serve.
Enjoy the heavenly combination of flavors in your homemade Banoffee Pie!
