Description
Peanut Butter Banana Cream Pie Jars are a delightful no-bake dessert featuring layers of creamy peanut butter filling, fresh banana slices, and a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for individual servings, these jars combine smooth peanut butter, whipped cream, and subtle sweetness for a luscious treat that’s ready in just over an hour.
Ingredients
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Graham Cracker Crust
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
Peanut Butter Cream Filling
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
Additional Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- Whipped cream for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers with melted unsalted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and have a texture resembling wet sand.
- Layer the crust: Spoon a generous amount of the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of small dessert cups or jars, creating a solid base layer for the pie.
- Make the peanut butter cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold in smooth peanut butter, confectioners’ sugar, and pure vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- First cream layer: Spoon the peanut butter cream over the graham cracker crust in each cup, filling about halfway.
- Add bananas: Arrange a layer of sliced ripe bananas evenly on top of the peanut butter cream.
- Repeat layering: Add another layer of the graham cracker mixture, then another layer of peanut butter cream, and finish with more banana slices until the cups are filled to the top.
- Add optional toppings: Sprinkle mini chocolate chips over the final layer of banana slices for extra texture and flavor.
- Garnish: Top each jar with a swirl of whipped cream for a beautiful and delicious finish.
- Chill: Refrigerate the jars for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld and the cream to set before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute crunchy peanut butter if you prefer added texture.
- For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cream or a non-dairy whipped topping.
- If mini chocolate chips are not available, chopped dark chocolate or chocolate shavings can be used.
- These jars can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Ensure bananas are ripe but firm to avoid mushy layers.
