Banana Phyllo Pie Recipe

Introduction

This Banana Phyllo Pie is a delightful combination of flaky, buttery phyllo crust and a smooth, creamy banana custard filling. Perfect for a special dessert or an elegant treat, it balances fresh banana flavor with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.

Ingredients

• 5 to 6 phyllo pastry sheets (from 1 package, 16 ounces), thawed overnight in the fridge
• 4 tablespoons (57 grams) unsalted butter, melted
• 2 medium ripe, lightly spotted bananas, peeled and broken into 2-inch pieces (about 1 1/2 cups/200 grams)
• 1/2 cup (120 grams) heavy cream
• 1/2 cup (120 grams) sour cream
• 1/3 cup (67 grams) sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal)
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and place a baking sheet inside to warm. This helps ensure even baking and a crisp phyllo base.
2. Step 2: Brush one sheet of thawed phyllo evenly with melted butter and lay it butter side up into a 9-inch pie plate. Scrunch the edges slightly to fit and create a ruffled look.
3. Step 3: Repeat layering and buttering with the remaining phyllo sheets until all are used, building a crisp and flaky crust.
4. Step 4: In a blender, combine banana pieces, heavy cream, sour cream, sugar, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, and kosher salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
5. Step 5: Pour the banana custard into the prepared phyllo crust in the pie plate.
6. Step 6: Carefully transfer the pie onto the preheated baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 42 to 45 minutes, until custard is set but still slightly jiggles in the center when shaken gently.
7. Step 7: Remove the pie and allow it to cool completely to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 1 day to let the custard firm up and flavors meld.
8. Step 8: Before serving, dust lightly with powdered sugar for a sweet finish. Enjoy best on the day it is baked.

Tips & Variations

• Use a pastry brush to apply butter evenly and gently to phyllo sheets, preventing tearing.
• For a nutty flavor, sprinkle chopped toasted walnuts or pecans on the bottom of the phyllo before adding custard.
• Try using a mix of ripe bananas and plantains for a deeper flavor.
• If you don’t have sour cream, Greek yogurt is a good substitute to maintain creaminess.
• Cover the pie loosely with foil while baking if the phyllo edges brown too quickly.

Storage

Store the pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The custard firms further while chilled, improving texture. Reheat slices gently in a low oven or serve cold—the pie is delicious either way. Avoid storing at room temperature as the custard contains dairy and eggs.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this pie ahead of time?

Yes, it’s best to prepare and bake the pie in advance. Chill it for at least 2 hours or overnight before serving to let the custard set properly.

What can I use if I don’t have phyllo dough?

If phyllo is unavailable, puff pastry can be a substitute, though the texture will be different—flakier and less delicate. Alternatively, a graham cracker crust can be used for a shortcut crust.

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This Banana Phyllo Pie is a delightful dessert featuring a crisp, flaky phyllo pastry crust layered with melted butter and filled with a smooth, creamy banana custard made from ripe bananas, cream, sour cream, eggs, and warm spices. Baked to perfection and chilled for at least two hours, this pie offers a light, sweet, and slightly spiced treat that is perfect for any occasion.

• Author: reem
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
• Yield: 8 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Phyllo Pastry

• 5 to 6 phyllo pastry sheets, thawed overnight
• 4 tablespoons (57 grams) unsalted butter, melted

Banana Custard

• 2 medium ripe, lightly spotted bananas, peeled and broken into 2-inch pieces (about 1 1/2 cups/200 grams)
• 1/2 cup (120 grams) heavy cream
• 1/2 cup (120 grams) sour cream
• 1/3 cup (67 grams) sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal)

For Serving

• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and place a baking sheet inside to warm as it heats, which helps ensure even baking and a crisp phyllo base.
2. Prepare Phyllo Layers: Brush one sheet of the thawed phyllo pastry evenly with melted butter and lay it butter side up into a 9-inch pie plate, scrunching the edges slightly to create a ruffled, frilly look. Repeat the layering and buttering process with all remaining phyllo sheets until all butter is used, building a crisp and flaky crust.
3. Make Banana Custard: In a blender, combine the banana pieces, heavy cream, sour cream, sugar, eggs, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and kosher salt. Blend the mixture until it is smooth and creamy.
4. Fill and Bake: Pour the blended banana custard into the prepared phyllo crust. Carefully transfer the pie onto the preheated baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 42 to 45 minutes, or until the custard is set but still jiggles slightly at the center when gently shaken.
5. Cool and Chill: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely to room temperature. Then transfer it to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours and up to 1 day to allow the custard to firm up and the flavors to meld.
6. Serve: Before serving, lightly dust the top of the pie with powdered sugar for a sweet and attractive finish. Best enjoyed on the day it is baked.

Notes

• Ensure phyllo pastry sheets remain covered with a damp towel while working to prevent drying out.
• You can adjust the amount of sugar to taste depending on the ripeness of bananas.
• Chilling the pie overnight enhances the flavor and texture of the custard.
• Handle phyllo sheets gently as they are delicate and can tear easily.
• Use fresh spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for the best flavor.

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