INGREDIENTS<\/p>\n
For the Crust:<\/p>\n
\u2022 1\u00bd cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10\u201312 sheets, crushed)<\/p>\n
\u2022 3 tablespoons granulated sugar<\/p>\n
\u2022 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted<\/p>\n
For the Filling:<\/p>\n
\u2022 2 cups heavy cream (divided into 1 cup and 1 cup)<\/p>\n
\u2022 1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/p>\n
\u2022 1 cup whole milk<\/p>\n
\u2022 3\u20134 medium ripe bananas, sliced into thin rounds<\/p>\n
\u2022 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix<\/p>\n
For the Topping:<\/p>\n
\u2022 \u00bc cup powdered sugar<\/p>\n
\u2022 1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/p>\n
\u2022 Fresh banana slices (optional, for garnish)<\/p>\n
\u2022 Shredded coconut, chocolate shavings, or crushed graham crackers (optional, for decoration)<\/p>\n
INSTRUCTIONS<\/p>\n
Step 1: Prepare the Crust<\/p>\n
1. Preheat your oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C).<\/p>\n
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs resemble wet sand.<\/p>\n
3. Divide the mixture evenly among a standard 12-cup muffin tin. Press the crumbs firmly into the bottom of each cup to form a crust.<\/p>\n
4. Bake the crusts for 8\u201310 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.<\/p>\n
Step 2: Make the Cream Filling<\/p>\n
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and whole milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).<\/p>\n
2. In a separate bowl, beat 1 cup of heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.<\/p>\n
3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding mixture until smooth and creamy.<\/p>\n
Step 3: Assemble the Mini Pies<\/p>\n
1. Once the crusts have cooled, place a layer of banana slices on top of each crust.<\/p>\n
2. Spoon the cream filling over the bananas, dividing it evenly among the cups. Smooth the tops with a spoon or spatula.<\/p>\n
Step 4: Whip the Topping<\/p>\n
1. In a clean bowl, beat the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.<\/p>\n
2. Pipe or dollop the whipped cream onto each mini pie.<\/p>\n
Step 5: Garnish and Serve<\/p>\n
1. Top each mini pie with a slice of fresh banana, shredded coconut, chocolate shavings, or crushed graham crackers for decoration.<\/p>\n
2. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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