Banoffee Pie with Caramel and Bananas Recipe

Ingredients

• 200 g (11 oz) Digestive biscuits, crushed
• 100 g (3.5 oz) Unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 80 g Unsalted butter
• 80 g Dark brown sugar
• 397 g (14 oz) Can of condensed milk (1 tin)
• 2 Bananas, peeled and sliced
• 300 ml (1.25 cups) Double cream, whipped
• 10 g (3.5 oz) Dark chocolate, grated (optional)
• 2 tsp Vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp Icing sugar

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the base: Combine the crushed digestive biscuits with melted butter and salt in a bowl. Mix thoroughly until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture firmly into the base of a 23 cm (9 inch) pie dish to create an even, compact layer. Chill in the refrigerator while making the caramel.

2. 2

   Make the caramel: In a saucepan, melt 80 g unsalted butter with 80 g dark brown sugar over medium heat until smooth and bubbling. Slowly add the can of condensed milk, stirring continuously. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly until the caramel thickens and turns a golden brown color. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

3. 3

   Assemble the caramel layer: Pour the warm caramel evenly over the chilled biscuit base and spread it out smoothly with a spatula. Return the pie to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to set the caramel.

4. 4

   Prepare the topping: Whip the double cream with optional vanilla extract and icing sugar until soft peaks form. This will add sweetness and flavor to the cream.

5. 5

   Add bananas: Slice the peeled bananas evenly and arrange them on top of the set caramel layer in a single or slightly overlapping layer.

6. 6

   Top with whipped cream: Spoon or pipe the whipped cream over the banana layer, covering it completely and smoothing the surface.

7. 7

   Optional garnish: Grate the dark chocolate over the whipped cream to add an extra touch of richness and presentation flair.

8. 8

   Chill and serve: Refrigerate the pie for at least 30 minutes before serving to ensure all layers are well set and flavors meld together. Slice and enjoy!