Banoffee Pie

6 servings

30 minutes

Banoffee pie is an iconic dessert of American cuisine inspired by English roots. Its history began in 1971 when a British chef created the recipe by combining simple yet rich flavors: a biscuit base, caramel condensed milk, sweet bananas, and airy cream. The pie surprises with contrasting textures: the crispy crust harmonizes with the delicate caramel and velvety cream, while the bananas add freshness and natural sweetness. Topping it off is grated chocolate that adds a touch of sophistication. This dessert doesn't require complex techniques, but its rich flavor and appetizing appearance make it a favorite at festive tables and cozy family tea gatherings.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 636
• Proteins: 7g
• Fats: 35.2g
• Carbohydrates: 66.9g

Ingredients

• Shortbread: 180 g
• Butter: 80 g
• Water: 45 ml
• Heavy cream: 300 g
• Bananas: 3 pc
• Boiled condensed milk: 270 g
• Powdered sugar: 2 tsp
• Instant coffee: 0.5 tsp
• Grated chocolate: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Break the cookies into small pieces, and crush them to a crumb state. You can use a blender to break them.

   Required ingredients:

   • Shortbread: 180 g

2. Melt the butter, mix it with water, and bring the mixture to a boil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 80 g
   • Water: 45 ml

3. Pour the mixture of oil and water into the cookie crumbs.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 80 g
   • Water: 45 ml
   • Shortbread: 180 g

4. Mix well by hand - the dough should be slightly sticky.

5. Place the dough in the mold and press it down to form a layer.

6. Bake the base at 175 degrees for 15 minutes, then let it cool completely without removing it from the mold.

7. Spread the boiled condensed milk over the base layer in a thick layer.

   Required ingredients:

   • Boiled condensed milk: 270 g

8. Then lay out the sliced bananas in long strips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bananas: 3 pieces

9. Mix cream (over 30%) with powdered sugar and instant coffee.

   Required ingredients:

   • Heavy cream: 300 g
   • Powdered sugar: 2 teaspoons
   • Instant coffee: 0.5 teaspoon

10. Whip the cream until creamy.

    Required ingredients:

    • Heavy cream: 300 g
    • Powdered sugar: 2 teaspoons
    • Instant coffee: 0.5 teaspoon

11. Spread whipped cream over the bananas and smooth it out.

    Required ingredients:

    • Heavy cream: 300 g
    • Powdered sugar: 2 teaspoons
    • Instant coffee: 0.5 teaspoon

12. Sprinkle the finished pie with grated chocolate to taste.

    Required ingredients:

    • Grated chocolate:  to taste

13. Send the pie to the fridge for 2-3 hours to let it set and become more cohesive. It can be eaten right away; it will still be tasty.