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    Home » Recipes » Pie Recipes

    Gluten Free Banana Cream Pie

    Published: Aug 11, 2020 · Modified: Aug 11, 2020 by Sandi Gaertner · 10 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Get ready for a delicious banana flavor explosion when you take a bite of this gluten free banana cream pie. Homemade vanilla pudding and fresh ripe banana slices in a flaky gluten free pie crust. It is the ultimate dessert!

    If you love bananas as much as we do, you are going to want to check out these gluten free banana bars too. They are moist and delicious...and full of chocolate chips.

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    • Best ways to ripen bananas:
    • Why this recipe is so good:
    • Recipe step by step instructions:
    • Expert Tips and Recipe FAQ:
    • How to temper eggs:
    • More Delicious Gluten Free Banana Recipes:
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    When is the last time you made a cream pie? I honestly can't remember the last time I made one. I was shooting a tutorial video today to teach everyone how to make a flaky gluten free pie crust, and I needed to come up with a filling for the pie crust.

    We had 4 over ripe bananas on the counter and that pretty much sealed the deal! If your bananas aren't ripe, don't worry. You can still easily make this recipe!! If you have a lot of ripe bananas, why not try this banana flambe sundae recipe?

    Best ways to ripen bananas:

    1. Place your bananas on a baking sheet and bake at 225º F for 20 minutes.
    2. If you are not in a rush, you can place your bananas in a brown paper bag and let them sit on the counter for a couple of days. (Don't forget to close the bag!)
    3. You can grill the bananas. Use a knife to slit down the peel. Place the bananas on the grill. Close the lid and cook at 300º F for 15 minutes.
    a slice of banana cream pie on a wooden plate
    Freeze it for those hot summer days!

    Why this recipe is so good:

    Sweet ripe bananas and vanilla pudding are nestled in a flaky gluten free pie crust. This is a classic dessert that is delicious all year long! You can use my simple gluten free pie crust recipe, or a store-bought gluten free crust.

    Making this gluten free banana cream pie recipe from scratch is easy and I will walk you through every step.

    Serve this with my delicious Gluten Free Nilla Wafers!

    Recipe step by step instructions:

    The first step is to make the pudding pie filling. This will allow cooling time while you make the pie crust.

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    Step 1: Put a saucepan onto the stove and turn the heat to medium. Pour in your milk. (*Note it is important to use whole milk in this recipe. Non-dairy milk does not set as well and 2% and skim kinds of milk often don't set enough, leaving your pie filling "runny".)

    Step 2: Add the sugar. Bring to a gentle boil, whisking the whole time. Turn the heat down to simmer. Next add the gluten free flour blend, butter, and vanilla.

    Step 3: Temper the eggs with some of the hot milk mixture. If you haven't tempered eggs, scroll down to my tips and recipe FAQ for instructions

    Step 4: Make my flaky gluten free pie crust recipe. That link will take you to a full video, the recipe, and step-by-step directions! You will want to bake the pie crust at 350º F for 10 minutes to partially bake the crust.

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    • pouring the vanilla pudding over the banana slices
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    • spreading whipped cream over the banana cream pie
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    Step 5: Slice 2-3 bananas and layer into the pie crust. This doesn't have to be perfect because they will move around a little in step 6.

    Step 6: Pour the pudding batter over the bananas. Bake at 350º F for 18-20 minutes. Remove from the oven and put in the refrigerator to cool. Cool for 2-3 hours minimum.

    Step 7: Spread whipped cream (homemade, store-bought, or non-dairy) over the top of the pie.

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    Step 8: Optional, decorate the pie with banana slices from a 4th banana. Enjoy! You can also freeze the pie for a cold treat on a hot summer day!

    Expert Tips and Recipe FAQ:

    Why is my banana cream pie runny?

    The biggest reason why banana cream pie turns out runny is because the pudding didn't cook long enough to set.

    Does banana cream pie need to be refrigerated?

    This gluten free banana cream pie should be stored in the refrigerator to keep it from molding.

    How do you thicken banana cream pie without flour?

    I used a gluten free flour blend to thicken my banana cream pie. You could use corn starch or tapioca starch to thicken this pie.

    How do you keep the bottom crust from getting soggy?

    The best way to prevent the crust from getting soggy is to store the pie in the refrigerator or freezer. The crust will absorb moisture from the pie because it is a wetter filling.

    How long will banana cream pie keep?

    This banana cream pie will keep up to 4 days in the refrigerator.

    Can you use a store-bought pie crust?

    You can easily use a store-bought pie crust or graham cracker crust for this recipe.

    If you love pie as much as we do, give my popular Gluten Free Mixed Berry Pie recipe a try too!

    How to temper eggs:

    It is easy to learn how to temper eggs. It is important so that your eggs don't cook in the hot liquid before they are mixed in. To temper your egg yolks, add them to a small dish. Add a small amount of the hot liquid and stir quickly. Repeat 3x so that you have added enough liquid to warm the eggs to the liquid's temperature. Pour into the milk mixture.

    Don't forget to keep whisking the whole time, this will prevent burning on the bottom of the pot and prevent lumps!

    More Delicious Gluten Free Banana Recipes:

    • Carmelized Air Fryer Banana Recipe
    • Easy Gluten Free Chocolate Banana Bread
    • Moist Gluten Free Banana Bars
    • Easy Gluten Free Oatmeal Pancakes With Banana

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    Gluten Free Banana Cream Pie

    Sandi Gaertner
    This homemade gluten free banana cream pie recipe is sweet and creamy. It makes a wonderful dessert!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Additional Time 20 mins
    Total Time 50 mins
    Course Gluten Free Dessert Recipes
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10
    Calories 213 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • Gluten free pie crust * see note
    • ¾ cup sugar
    • ⅓ cup gluten free flour blend *See note
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt
    • 2 cups whole milk *See note
    • 3 egg yolks
    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • 4 ripe bananas
    • 2 cups whipped cream topping *See note

    Instructions
     

    • Make or use a store-bought gluten free pie crust. (*See note) Preheat your oven to 350º F.
    • In a saucepan, add the milk, sugar, flour, and salt. Whisk and cook on medium heat until it gets a slightly bubbly. (Make sure to keep whisking constantly to avoid it burning on the bottom). Turn the heat to low.
    • Put the 3 egg yolks in a mug or heat-safe container (not plastic). Take a spoon and add a spoonful of hot liquid to the eggs and mix quickly. Repeat 3x with the hot liquid to temper your eggs. Once the eggs are tempered you can pour them into the pot and whisk.
    • Add the butter and vanilla and keep whisking. Turn the stove off and move the pan to a cool burner to allow some cooling.
    • Slice 3 bananas (the fourth banana is for the top of the pie). Layer the banana slices in the pie crust.
    • Pour the pudding mixuture over the bananas and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.
    • Remove the pie and put into the refreigerator to cool for 2 hours.
    • Add a layer of whipped cream on top and decorate with the remaining sliced bananas.

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    Notes

    1. You can also use ¼ cup corn starch or tapioca starch instead of a gluten free flour blend to thicken the pudding.
    2. I highly recommend using whole milk for the pie filling. Non-dairy milk doesn't set as well and you may end up with a runny cream pie. 2% and skim milk won't set properly either.
    3. You can make my homemade gluten free pie crust recipe, or use a store-bought crust. (Graham cracker crust is also good!)
    4. You can use homemade or store-bought whipped cream for the topping. If you make your own, make it a little sweet with sugar.
    5. This pie will keep up to 4 days in an air-tight container, or up to 4 months in the freezer.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 213kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 79mgSodium: 74mgPotassium: 258mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 339IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. merry

      February 23, 2022 at 2:30 am

      egg replacement?

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      • Sandi Gaertner

        February 23, 2022 at 8:51 am

        Hi Merry, the way this recipe sets, I do not think an egg replacement would work.

        Reply
    2. Renee S

      February 14, 2022 at 1:05 pm

      Is this runny after baking? Will it firm up in fridge?

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      • Sandi Gaertner

        February 14, 2022 at 5:22 pm

        Mine was a little jiggly and firmed up. How did yours turn out after chilling?

        Reply
    3. Delaney

      November 18, 2020 at 3:50 pm

      Do you think I use half and half or heavy cream instead of the whole milk?

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      • Sandi Gaertner

        November 18, 2020 at 5:45 pm

        This should work, I haven't used those myself but I don't see why it wouldn't work. Enjoy 🙂

        Reply
    4. Katie

      September 02, 2020 at 10:22 pm

      5 stars
      This looks like something I would absolutely love. Can't wait to try this one!!

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      • Sandi Gaertner

        September 05, 2020 at 12:35 pm

        Enjoy Katie 🙂

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    5. Lisalia

      September 02, 2020 at 9:27 pm

      5 stars
      LOVED this pie! So fresh and creamy. Thanks for great gluten free recipes. This one is another five star winner!

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      • Sandi Gaertner

        September 05, 2020 at 12:35 pm

        That is great...glad you loved it. Have a great weekend.

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