Description
A classic British dessert featuring a crunchy biscuit base, rich homemade caramel, fresh sliced bananas, and light whipped cream topped with dark chocolate shavings. This Banoffee Pie balances sweet and creamy flavors with a delightful mix of textures, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
For the base:
- 200 g Digestive biscuits, crushed
- 100 g Unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp Salt
For the caramel:
- 80 g Unsalted butter
- 80 g Dark brown sugar
- 397 g Can of condensed milk (1 tin)
For the topping:
- 2 Bananas, peeled and sliced
- 300 ml Double cream, whipped
- 10 g Dark chocolate (for shavings)
Optional:
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp Icing sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Mix the crushed Digestive biscuits with melted butter and salt until well combined. Press this mixture firmly into a 23 cm removable base flan tin using the back of a spoon. Chill the base for 30 minutes if time allows to set firmly.
- Make the caramel: Place butter and dark brown sugar in a small non-stick saucepan over low heat. Stir continuously as they melt together. Once sugar is fully dissolved and liquid, add the condensed milk. Increase heat to medium and stir constantly, allowing the mixture to bubble rapidly for 1 minute until thick and golden in color.
- Assemble the caramel layer: Spoon the warm caramel evenly over the chilled biscuit base. Smooth the surface with the back of a spoon. Place in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to set.
- Add the toppings: Arrange sliced bananas evenly over the set caramel layer. Whip the double cream until firm yet soft, optionally mixing in vanilla extract and icing sugar before whipping for added flavor. Spread the whipped cream gently over the bananas.
- Finish and serve: Use a vegetable peeler to create dark chocolate shavings and sprinkle them on top of the whipped cream. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- You may substitute Digestive biscuits with graham crackers, adjusting butter quantity for desired texture.
- Toss banana slices in lemon juice to prevent browning and add a tangy note.
- Whip cream until it holds shape but remains soft; heavy cream can be used as an alternative.
- Vanilla extract and icing sugar in the cream add extra flavor but are optional.
- Chocolate shavings can be replaced with sprinkles or cocoa powder to garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
