This creamy, no-bake banana pie is the perfect dessert for hot days or quick gatherings. Featuring a smooth, custard-like filling made from ricotta cheese, banana pudding mix, and gelatin, it offers a delightful balance of sweetness and tang. The layers of fresh banana slices and a hint of cinnamon add texture and warmth, while the chocolate-dipped garnish provides a luxurious finish. Easy to assemble and requiring only chilling time, this recipe brings a touch of Latin-American-inspired comfort to your table without turning on the oven. Serve it chilled for the best flavor and texture.
Very Easy Banana Pie
Description
This creamy, no-bake banana pie is the perfect dessert for hot days or quick gatherings. Featuring a smooth, custard-like filling made from ricotta cheese, banana pudding mix, and gelatin, it offers a delightful balance of sweetness and tang. The layers of fresh banana slices and a hint of cinnamon add texture and warmth, while the chocolate-dipped garnish provides a luxurious finish. Easy to assemble and requiring only chilling time, this recipe brings a touch of Latin-American-inspired comfort to your table without turning on the oven. Serve it chilled for the best flavor and texture.Ingredients
Directions
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Place the gelatin in a blender and add 2 tablespoons of water.
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Heat the remaining water to a boil and carefully pour it into the blender with the gelatin.
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Blend the mixture until the gelatin is completely dissolved and well mixed.
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Add the ice cubes, sugar-free banana pudding mix, and ricotta cheese to the blender.
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Blend on high until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and fully combined.
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In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and ground cinnamon.
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Slice the bananas. Place a single layer of banana slices into the bottom of the chocolate pie crust.
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Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the banana layer.
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Pour half of the pudding mixture into the pie crust, covering the bananas.
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Repeat the layering process with the remaining banana slices and the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture.
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Pour the remaining pudding mixture over the top layer, smoothing the surface.
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Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until the filling is firmly set.
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Just before serving, dip banana slices in melted chocolate and arrange on top of the pie.
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Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 22.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.2mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 5.8g2%
- Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
- Sugars 3.0g
- Protein 0.3g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.