Butterscotch banana pie is a luxurious and indulgent dessert that combines the creamy sweetness of bananas with the rich, buttery flavor of butterscotch. This pie is a perfect balance of smooth, caramel-like sweetness and the freshness of bananas, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. Whether you’re preparing it for a family gathering, holiday celebration, or just a treat for yourself, this pie is sure to leave everyone asking for seconds.
To start, prepare your crust. A graham cracker crust is quick and easy to make—simply crush graham crackers and mix them with melted butter and a little sugar. Press the mixture into the base of a pie dish and bake it at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes until golden brown. Allow the crust to cool completely before adding the filling.
For the filling, begin by making the butterscotch pudding. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then add brown sugar, heavy cream, and a pinch of salt. Stir the mixture until the sugar has dissolved and the sauce thickens slightly. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Slowly pour the hot butterscotch mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
Once the butterscotch pudding is ready, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly before layering it into the cooled graham cracker crust. Slice fresh bananas and arrange them on top of the pudding, creating a fresh, fruity layer that complements the richness of the butterscotch.
Finally, top the pie with whipped cream. You can make your own by whipping heavy cream with a bit of powdered sugar and vanilla extract, or you can use store-bought whipped cream for convenience. Spread the whipped cream over the bananas and butterscotch layer, and finish by garnishing with additional sliced bananas or a drizzle of butterscotch sauce for a touch of extra sweetness.
Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together and the filling to set properly. When ready to serve, slice the pie into generous wedges and enjoy the creamy, sweet, and indulgent flavors of butterscotch, banana, and whipped cream.
Butterscotch banana pie is a deliciously decadent dessert that brings together classic flavors in a fun and flavorful way. With its smooth butterscotch filling, fresh bananas, and airy whipped cream, this pie is the perfect treat for anyone with a sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch graham cracker crust pre-made
- 1 cup butterscotch pudding mix instant
- 2 cups milk cold
- 3 large bananas ripe, sliced
- 1 cup whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the butterscotch pudding mix with the cold milk as per the instructions on the package.
- Slice the bananas and arrange a layer on the graham cracker crust.
- Pour half of the pudding over the bananas and smooth out with a spatula.
- Add another layer of banana slices on top of the pudding.
- Spread the remaining pudding over the second layer of bananas.
- Top the pie with whipped cream, spreading it evenly. Add banana slices or graham crackers.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours before serving.
This pie was amazing! So easy to make and delish! My family loved it!
Butterscotch and bananas?! Who thought of this? I like it but my husband thinks it’s too sweet. 🤷♀️
I don’t know… My bananas turned brown too quick and it tasted weird. Maybe I did something wrong?
I had the same problem! I think it’s the humidity that can make bananas brown fast. Try adding lemon juice to them before layering. 🤔
Don’t worry! Bananas can turn brown quickly, especially if they’re not ripe enough. Just make sure to use really ripe bananas next time. It should taste great! 😊
Yum! Butterscotch is my favorite flavor! Making this again for sure! 🍌🥮
Sounds delicious! I’m glad you’re making it again. Butterscotch is indeed the best! 😍
Simple and delicious! Even my kids enjoyed helping make it. Will definitely make again!
This sounds amazing! I’m planning to try it this weekend. Thanks for sharing your positive experience!
Not bad, but the texture was a little too sweet for my taste. Also my pudding seemed thicker than expected—maybe I used slightly less milk? Still, the layers looked great.
Mine was super sweet too 😅 I used the instant pudding exactly like it says, but it still tasted like candy. I might try cutting the butterscotch mix in half next time or adding more banana. Did you use ripe bananas? Mine were kinda spotty.
Thanks for the feedback! I wonder if your butterscotch mix-to-milk ratio got a little off—using less milk can definitely make it set thicker. Next time, maybe measure the milk carefully and let it chill a full 2 hours (or longer) before judging the texture.
I tried it, but it turned out runny. I think I messed up the pudding part. Any tips?
Butterscotch and banana? What a weird combo. Not for me, but I guess some people like it.
Super easy and delicious! I used homemade whipped cream instead of store bought. Yum!
This pie was a hit! So delicious and easy to make. Everyone loved it!
Yum! Can’t wait to try this recipe. Butterscotch and bananas sound like a winning combo!
I dunno, it seems too easy. Is it really that good or just a quick fix? 🤔
Too many bananas!!! Can you even call it pie if it has this much fruit?
Easy as pie (literally). I followed the pudding directions and it set nicely after chilling. Next time I might add a pinch of salt to the pudding just to make it pop.
This pie is absolutely divine! The combination of butterscotch and banana is perfection. My family devoured it!
My pie turned out a little runny even after 2 hours. I think my milk was too cold or I didn’t spread it right, but flavor was still good.
Runny pie = you didn’t cook it or used the wrong milk lol. Instant pudding shouldn’t be runny if you follow the box exactly. Maybe your bananas were too wet? Or you put whipped cream on too soon?? But hey, if it tasted good, I guess it’s still a win.
That sounds super familiar—instant pudding can still be a bit loose if the milk isn’t cold enough (or if the pudding mix wasn’t fully thickened before assembling). Next time, I’d chill the pudding in the bowl for 5–10 minutes after mixing, then layer it and refrigerate longer than 2 hours. Looks like you nailed the flavor though!
Wow!!! Very easy and yummy pie! I recommend you try with strawberries too if u like!
I don’t get why people rave about butterscotch. It’s just too sweet for me. I only tried it because my friend wanted to make it.
Honestly I was skeptical of using instant pudding mix, but wow. It came out smooth and creamy, and the banana layers stayed put. Great fridge dessert.
Best pie ever! I’ve made it three times this month. My kids love it! Thanks for sharing!
This pie is amazing! I’m so glad your kids love it too! 🍌💖
Butterscotch pudding? Isn’t that for old people? LOL. But I’ll give it a go for my grandma’s bday.
I followed it exactly and it was a hit at my family dinner. Everyone asked for the recipe. ⭐️
It was okay, but I think I prefer chocolate over butterscotch. A bit too sweet for my taste.
Not gonna lie, I thought the instant pudding would taste kinda artificial, but the butterscotch worked surprisingly well. I used extra banana because I’m extra.
That’s awesome—instant pudding can totally surprise you. The extra banana idea sounds like the way to do it.
I had trouble with the pudding. It didn’t thicken up right and ended up a runny mess. 🙁
This is just a banana and pudding in a crust. Not very original, but ok I guess.
I think it’s a classic combo! Sometimes simple is best. Can’t go wrong with banana and butterscotch!
My family demolished it. The whipped cream made it feel fancy, even though it’s basically dump-and-layer. Will definitely make again for parties.
This was such a comforting, classic dessert. The butterscotch + banana combo is genuinely addictive, and the graham crust holds it all together. I used extra banana on top and it was perfect.
delicious!
This pie was a hit at my family’s gathering! So easy to make and delicious. Definitely saving this recipe!
This sounds awesome! I love easy recipes that are crowd-pleasers. Can’t wait to try it out myself! 🍌🥧
I don’t know, last time I made a pie it turned out a mushy mess. How can you trust those instant pudding mixes? 🤔
I thought I had all the ingredients, but forgot the crust! Can I use a cookie sheet instead? Idk.
I just used regular bananas, and it came out sweet! Anyone tried it with chocolate pudding instead?
My mom used to make a pie like this, but with caramel. This brought back memories! Thanks!
That sounds great! I love when recipes remind us of good times. Caramel pie sounds delicious too!
Why would anyone put bananas in a pie? Sounds kinda weird to me. But hey, if it works for you!
Honestly, I think the bananas could’ve been more flavorful. It was just okay.
I don’t know if I agree. I thought the bananas added a nice touch. Maybe yours just weren’t ripe enough?
I thought the pie was just okay. The kids liked it, but I’m more of a chocolate person. Thanks for sharing, though.
I get that! Butterscotch isn’t everyone’s favorite. You might love a chocolate pie instead! 🍫
Honestly, I thought it would be better. The bananas got kinda mushy. Not my favorite.
The instructions are fine but that HTML tag in step 6 (the
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Whipped cream on top is a nice touch. I might fold the whipped cream into the pudding next time, just because I’m impatient.
Not sure about this recipe. Are we supposed to bake it? I felt lost!
I made something similar but with vanilla pudding. The butterscotch here is a nice upgrade—sweet without being too much. Only note: I added an extra banana layer because mine looked a bit sparse.
Can’t believe it uses instant pudding mix. I’m skeptical it’ll taste “homemade,” but I’m willing to try.
This sounds dangerously easy. Butterscotch + ripe bananas is such a cozy combo—I’m definitely trying it with the pre-made crust.
pie taste good but why its called butterscotch if its just pudding? 🤔
It’s delicious regardless of the name! Banana and butterscotch = yum! 🍌💖
I guess it’s called butterscotch because that’s the flavor of the pudding! 🤷♀️
This pie is amazing! I made it for my family’s gathering and everyone loved it. Easy to make too!
Pie is too mushy, like a banana soup. I expected more crunch from the crust.
Too many bananas! Next time I’m just gonna use like 1 or 2. Otherwise, not bad.
I think the more bananas, the better! It adds a nice sweetness and flavor. But I get it, some people don’t want it too banana-y.
Nah, 3 bananas is just right! The bananas complement the butterscotch perfectly. But hey, to each their own!
Hmm… the instruction about adding bananas or graham crackers at the end is vague. Also my whipped cream started sliding after a few hours in the fridge. Flavor was okay, but I expected better texture.
I totally get the vagueness—“add bananas or graham crackers” could mean a bunch of different things. I did extra banana slices on top and it still tasted fine, but yeah the texture could’ve been clearer.
Mine also slid a bit… I think it’s the whipped cream not being thick enough or the pie still being a little too warm. Next time I’ll whip it stiffer and maybe add the topping closer to serving.
I made something similar and it turned out great—though I’d add a pinch of salt to make the butterscotch pop. Still, solid recipe.
I don’t like bananas, but my husband loved it. I guess it’s okay if you’re into that stuff.
This pie was amazing! My family devoured it in minutes! Definitely a keeper!
This pie was so easy to make! My kids loved it and it’s so yummy!
Not gonna lie, this taste was mid for me. The bananas got kinda watery after refrigeration. Next time I’ll slice them right before assembling. 2 hours wasn’t enough either, I think.
Way too sweet for me. I might reduce the amount of pudding mix next time or use less milk so it’s thicker—right now it’s almost dessert overload.
Looks good! Can’t wait to try.
I tried this and it was alright. But I think bananas went brown too fast on it. Maybe try something else?
I get what you’re saying! Brown bananas can ruin the look of a pie. Maybe try adding some lemon juice to the bananas to keep them fresh?
It tasted alright but I think I messed up the pudding part, it was too runny. Does it need to be cooked or something?
Yeah, the pudding is supposed to be thick. Maybe you didn’t mix it long enough? It doesn’t need to be cooked, just stir it well.
Umm, isn’t pudding made from scratch better than instant? Just saying…
Yum yum! Tastes just like my grandma used to make. Can’t wait to enjoy a slice after dinner tonight!
Honestly, way too sweet for me. I couldn’t even finish a slice!
This recipe is a scam! You need more than 3 bananas, what are you thinking?
This pie is amazing! I made it for my family, and they loved it. I didn’t even have to bake anything! So easy.
This sounds dangerously easy. I love anything with instant pudding—banana + butterscotch is such a comforting combo. Gonna try it exactly as written (and leave it in the fridge longer than 2 hours just because).
Right?? I’m always suspicious of “instant pudding” desserts but this combo sounds so cozy. Let us know how firm it gets after chilling longer.
Dangerously easy is my favorite kind 😂 but I worry it’ll be too sweet. Also do you mean cook the pudding or just mix it—my package says mix and cook? I’ll probably do exactly as written though.
Graham crust was a little soggy by day two, but day-of it was amazing. I’ll probably put the bananas closer to serving next time or add a thin barrier.
Delicious! Next time I might try it with chocolate pudding instead. 🤤
Yummy!! My grandma used to make something like this. Brings back memories. 🙂
This sounds delicious! I wish I could taste it! My mom used to make something similar too! ❤️
It’s good, but I think it needs more structure. If you chill longer (like overnight) it’s better—2 hours wasn’t enough for me.
Wait, 1 cup whipped cream for topping? That seems low—like, I think I used at least double last time 😅 Also, graham cracker crust pre-made is the only way I have patience for this.
Wait so do you cook the pudding mix or just mix it? The instructions say “as per package,” but the wording here is confusing lol.
You just mix it—use the cold milk with the instant pudding mix like the package says. Then you pour it into the crust and layer it with the bananas. 🙂
Woohoo! This dessert made my day. Totally worth the time spent in the fridge. Will be making this again soon!
I’m so glad to hear that! This pie is a favorite in our house too. Can’t wait to hear how it turns out next time! 😊
Looks good but I don’t know about waiting for 2 hours… I might just eat the pudding right away! 🤷♂️
Not gonna lie, I was skeptical about instant pudding in a pie, but it came out way better than expected. The butterscotch flavor is really nice.
I don’t understand how people can eat this. Bananas and butterscotch? Sounds soooo weird!
The instructions say “add banana slices or graham crackers,” but… those are not the same thing lol. I just topped with bananas and it looked better than my graham crumbs idea.
Not gonna lie… I’m skeptical about putting banana in it before it chills. Wouldn’t it turn brown or get kinda mushy? Still, might be good.
I dunno… banana browns like instantly. Also isn’t butterscotch pudding mix usually thicker after you cook it? If it’s instant with cold milk it might stay kinda runny and make the banana mushy 😬
I get the concern, but in pies like this the bananas usually stay pretty decent because they’re layered *and* the pudding is cold/set after chilling. Browning happens, though—so maybe toss the slices with a little lemon juice first?
Instant pudding in a pie crust feels kinda… lazy? But also lazy in a good way, lol. My worry is the crust getting soggy. Did anyone bake the crust at all or is pre-made fully fine?
I wouldn’t call it lazy—more like “smart timing.” 😄 The pre-made graham crust usually holds up fine since you’re refrigerating it (not baking). Sogginess is more of an issue if you soak it with warm liquids or don’t chill long enough. I’d follow the pudding package exactly, use cold milk, and refrigerate the full 2+ hours. If you want extra insurance, you can lightly pre-toast the crust for like 5–7 minutes at 350°F, then cool before assembling.
The measurements are weirdly simple, like it’s missing instructions. “Top the pie with whipped cream” ok but how thick? And do you add more bananas on top or just graham crackers like the last line says? I’m confuzed.
This pie is amazing! So simple and delicious. I can’t stop eating it!
Banan pie??? Is this some kind of joke? I dunno about that.
idk… seems kinda basic. butterscotch pudding + bananas is like boxed dessert vibes. Still, my kids ate it fast, so maybe I’m wrong 😅
I like the idea, but instant pudding can be hit or miss. If I make this, I’ll probably chill it longer than 2 hours so it sets up firmer.
Pretty good for an easy recipe, but I think I prefer chocolate pie. Just my taste, I guess.
Made this for my family and it turned out super sweet and creamy—like banana pudding but fancier. The graham crust is the perfect crunchy base. 10/10 will repeat.
I really wanted to love this, but the pudding was too sweet for me. I might try it again with less sugar.
Banana pie is gross, this is just a dessert for kids. Who wants bananas in pie? No thanks!
Honestly, I don’t get why people like bananas in pie either. It just sounds weird to me. But everybody has their taste, I guess.
I think banana pie is amazing! The sweetness of bananas with butterscotch is just perfect. Kids or not, it’s delicious! You should give it a try!
Yum! Butterscotch pudding is the best! I added a sprinkle of cinnamon on top and it was great.
I followed it pretty closely but my pudding got a little too thick to spread nicely, so I ended up warming the bowl for a few seconds. Still tasted great though, and the banana layers were really nice.
That’s exactly the kind of save-the-day tip that helps! Warming the bowl a few seconds makes total sense if the pudding set up too fast. I’m glad it still tasted great and the banana layers came through—sounds delicious.
Delicious! My kids helped assemble it and loved every bite.
That’s awesome! Cooking with kids is the best. Did they help with the pudding too?
The graham cracker crust is pre-made so it’s kinda cheating… in a good way. Way less effort than my usual baking disasters.
This sounds dangerously easy. I love instant pudding pies, and the banana layers should make it super creamy. Going to try it with extra ripe bananas for sure!
Right? “Dangerously easy” is exactly what I thought too 😅 But with ripe bananas it turns out really creamy—just chill it the full 2 hours so it sets.
Eh, it was okay. The butterscotch flavor is strong, but I wanted more banana taste. Maybe next time I’ll use more bananas or let them macerate a bit.
Easy and impressive. I made it for a family get-together and everyone asked for the recipe. The graham crust holds up well with the layers.
Pie turned out good, but I added chocolate chips for extra flavor. Yum! 🙂
One time I used the pudding mix and it turned into glue, but maybe I just mixed it wrong. If you follow the package exactly, it should be fine. Not bad!