How is the banana pudding naturally flavored in this recipe?

The vanilla pudding mix is cooked with a blend of ripe bananas and almond milk, transforming it into a rich, naturally flavored banana pudding without artificial ingredients.

What kind of graham cracker crust should I use for this vegan pie?

Look for a graham cracker pie crust that doesn't contain honey, as many brands are naturally dairy-free and vegan-friendly.

What's the best way to prepare the coconut whipped cream?

Chill a can of full-fat coconut milk for several hours, then scoop out the thick cream and whip it in a chilled bowl with chilled beaters until light and fluffy.

Can I make this Chocolate Banana Cream Pie a lower-fat dessert?

Yes, for a lower-fat version, simply serve the pie after it's chilled and set, omitting the optional coconut whipped cream and chocolate drizzle.

How do I ensure the chocolate layer on the crust sets properly?

After spreading the melted dairy-free chocolate over the graham cracker crust, place it in the refrigerator until the chocolate is firm before adding the banana pudding filling.

12.9K Views 13 years ago

Chocolate Banana Cream Pie
[Vegan]

Name: Chocolate Banana Cream Pie [Vegan]
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 8 - 10
Ingredients: For the pie; 1 graham cracker pie crust (look to see if it contains honey- if concerned, many don’t); 3 oz. semi sweet baking chocolate (dairy free); 3 bananas, ripe; 2 cups almond milk or other non dairy milk; 1 package vanilla pudding mix (not instant the stovetop kind); For the Coconut Whipped Cream Ingredients (optional); 1 can coconut milk (regular, not light); 2-3 teaspoons maple syrup or confectioners sugar; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla powder; For the Chocolate Drizzle Ingredients (optional); 1 oz semi sweet baking chocolate (dairy free)

VG By: Veronica Grace

Author Bio

Veronica Grace is a self-taught “chef” and food enthusiast who focuses on promoting a low fat... Read More

Order with Instacart Download Our App

Slice of vegan chocolate banana cream pie with a chocolate crust, creamy banana pudding, fresh banana slices, and coconut whipped cream.

For brands

Want to reach our audience?

Partner with One Green Planet →

Discover more recipes with these ingredients

Vegan Chocolate Banana Cream Pie

8 - 10

Dairy Free

A basic banana cream pie with fresh ripe bananas, almond milk, and vanilla pudding. You can totally choose how to build your banana cream pie to your tastes and dietary needs. This is a special occasions recipe and sometimes you want to blow your guests away with a totally vegan... Read More

Ingredients You Need for Chocolate Banana Cream Pie [Vegan]

For the pie

1 graham cracker pie crust (look to see if it contains honey- if concerned, many don’t)
3 oz. semi sweet baking chocolate (dairy free)
3 bananas, ripe
2 cups almond milk or other non dairy milk
1 package vanilla pudding mix (not instant the stovetop kind)

For the Coconut Whipped Cream Ingredients (optional)

1 can coconut milk (regular, not light)
2-3 teaspoons maple syrup or confectioners sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla powder

For the Chocolate Drizzle Ingredients (optional)

1 oz semi sweet baking chocolate (dairy free)

Order with Instacart Download Our App

How to Prepare Chocolate Banana Cream Pie [Vegan]

For the pie

Remove graham cracker crust lid. Melt chocolate in a microwave safe bowl for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes.
With a spatula carefully spread chocolate mixture over crust, gently dragging it up the sides. Set crust in refrigerator to harden.
When chocolate is firm, slice one of the bananas and place half of it on the bottom of the crust. Reserve the other half banana.
Blend 2 remaining bananas with 2 cups almond milk in a blender. Add to a saucepan with vanilla pudding mix and cook as directed on package. This makes the vanilla pudding turn into banana pudding with no artificial flavors. (Bring to a boil over medium to medium high heat, stirring constantly until mixture boils.)
When thickened pour into pie crust and cool until chilled and set. If you want the lowest fat version, stop here and serve as is without coconut whipped cream and chocolate drizzle
Garnish top of pie with remaining banana slices. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours until set.
If desired top with coconut whipped creme and chocolate drizzle, or serve as is for a lower fat version. Instructions below.

For the coconut whipped cream

Place can of coconut milk in refrigerator for 6-8 hours, or in freezer for 3-4 hours until really really cold.
Place metal bowl and egg beaters or immersion blender stick in freezer for minutes.
Remove can from freezer and turn upside down. Open can and pour off coconut water. (reserve for another recipe such as a smoothie).
Remove bowl from freezer and scoop out coconut cream with a spatula and add to chilled bowl.
Whip cream until light and fluffy. Add maple syrup or vanilla extract if desired. Whip again until combined.
Garnish or serve.