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Low-Calorie Banana Cream Pie – Light, Creamy, and Satisfying

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the crust:
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (from about 12 full sheets), preferably low-fat
  • 3 tablespoons melted light butter or coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sweetener of choice (e.g., sugar, erythritol, or a blend)
  • Pinch of salt
  • For the banana layer:
  • 2–3 ripe bananas, sliced (about 2 1/2 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (to prevent browning)
  • For the filling:
  • 1 package (3.4 oz) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 1/2 cups cold skim milk or unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons powdered sweetener, to taste
  • For the topping:
  • 1 1/2 cups light whipped topping or homemade stabilized light whipped cream
  • Optional: 1 banana for garnish, thinly sliced just before serving
  • Optional: 1–2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes or a sprinkle of graham crumbs

Method
 

  1. Prepare the crust. Mix graham crumbs, melted light butter, sweetener, and salt until the texture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Use a flat-bottom glass for even packing.
  2. Set the crust. For a sturdier crust, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes, then cool completely. For a true no-bake pie, chill the pressed crust for 30 minutes until firm.
  3. Slice the bananas. Toss sliced bananas with lemon juice to slow browning. Arrange an even layer of bananas over the cooled crust.
  4. Whisk the filling. In a large bowl, whisk pudding mix with cold milk for 1–2 minutes until it starts to thicken. Fold in Greek yogurt, vanilla, and sweetener until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness.
  5. Assemble the pie. Spread the filling over the banana layer, smoothing the top with a spatula. Tap the pie dish gently to remove air pockets.
  6. Chill to set. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for clean slices and a firm set.
  7. Add the topping. Spread the whipped topping over the chilled filling. If using, garnish with fresh banana slices just before serving, plus toasted coconut or a light dusting of crumbs.
  8. Slice and serve. Use a sharp knife cleaned between cuts for the neatest slices. Serve cold.