Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
250 g

Digestive biscuit

Crushed

2 tbsp

Butter

Melted

175 g

Butter

Unsalted

375 g

Condensed Milk

Sweetened

75 g

Caster Sugar

120 ml

Heavy Whipping Cream

Chilled

0.25 cup

Caster Sugar

1 unit

Dark chocolate

Curled

2 unit

Ripe Bananas

Sliced

Step 1
~5 min

Pulse the digestive biscuits in a food processor until roughly crushed.

Step 2
~5 min

Add melted butter to the crushed biscuits and mix until it resembles wet sand.

Step 3
~5 min

Press the biscuit mixture firmly into the pie molds to form the base.

Step 4
~5 min

Place the pie molds in the freezer for 30 minutes.

Step 5
~5 min

To make the caramel sauce, remove the label from the condensed milk can.

Step 6
~5 min

Place the sealed can of condensed milk in a pressure cooker with water.

Step 7
~5 min

Pressure cook for 40 minutes.

Step 8
~5 min

Allow the pressure to release naturally before opening the cooker and can.

Step 9
~5 min

Let the caramel cool completely.

Step 10
~5 min

To make the whipped cream, combine heavy cream and caster sugar in a bowl.

Step 11
~5 min

Whip until stiff peaks form.

Step 12
~5 min

Remove the pie bases from the freezer.

Step 13
~5 min

Slice the ripe bananas and arrange them on top of the biscuit base.

Step 14
~5 min

Drizzle a generous layer of caramel sauce over the bananas.

Step 15
~5 min

Top with whipped cream.

Step 16
~5 min

Garnish with dark chocolate curls.

Step 17
~5 min

Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.

Chill the pie thoroughly before serving for easier slicing.

Make the caramel sauce a day ahead to save time.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Caramel can be made ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled with a dollop of vanilla ice cream.

Serve with a hot cup of coffee.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

England

Cultural Significance

Popular dessert in British cafes and homes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthday
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Tea Time

Popularity Score

70/100

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