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Easy no bake desserts are always a quick and easy treat to make up. These Banana Cream Pies in a jar make the perfect end to any dinner.
Did you know that today was Pi Day? March 14th = 3/14 = 3.14 Yeah, that’s kind of losing me too. I only know because I have friends who freak about all things math.
Me? I just freak because it is another day to celebrate with a dessert. Pi Day to me means PIE DAY for the BruCrew!!! These cute little Banana Cream Pies in a Jar are waiting for us to enjoy after dinner tonight.
Now I don’t know about you, but math is not my strongest subject. My son likes to remind me all the time about the paper I helped him with in Second Grade. He was working on greater than and less than. Super simple easy peasy thing, right? Well, no because I had never been taught about the alligator being hungry, and that his mouth always opens to the bigger bite. Where was that analogy when I was in school? Maybe I was looking at the cute boy in my class the day that was presented…
So anyway, my son finished his paper, and I looked it over for him. The example problem at the top of the paper had the mouth opening to the smaller number, so I assumed that the teacher would not send home a paper with an incorrect example. I made my son change every.single.problem on his paper. Later that week, he came home with all of them wrong. Of course, he was not happy and said, “Mom, I told the teacher it was your fault.” UMMMM! Hello!!! That was so not my fault. I am still totally blaming the teacher for this one. Believe me, I still hear about this paper and it has been almost 7 years ago! 
I’ll just drown my math woes in a jar of banana cream pie. These are the easiest little treat to whip up. You start with a chocolate chip cookie crust. I just bought some at Walmart for a $1 because this is a no bake dessert, so I was not baking cookies for it. But if that is how you roll, go right ahead and bake away. Just make sure your cookies are crisp, so you can crunch them up into fine crumbs. I dropped the cookies into my Ninja food processor and had the crust in the jars in under 5 minutes.
I had a can of Dulce de Leche in my cupboard, so I put a generous layer of that on top of the crust. You could also use any kind of caramel ice cream topping, if that is what you have or if you can’t find the Dulce de Leche. (I suggest not licking the spoon…you might not want to stop eating it!!! Just a little FYI.) Top with some instant Jell-o banana cream pudding and real banana chunks and viola! Dessert is done. Go ahead and top with some Cool Whip and sprinkles and chunks of leftover cookies for a fun and spectacular presentation.
Want to know another secret? You could totally change out the pudding to another flavor if banana flavored desserts are not your thing. I’m thinking chocolate pudding with the caramel and cookie crust would totally rock my world too!
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No Bake Banana Pudding Cups with a Chocolate Chip Cookie Crust and a layer of Caramel are the perfect ending to any dinner.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine the cookie crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Divide into 8 small glasses or jars. Press down firmly in the bottom of the jars. Set aside.
- Combine the pudding mix and milk. Whisk for 2 minutes. Let set up in the refrigerator for about 5 minutes. Spoon the Dulce de Leche in a bowl and microwave 30-60 seconds. Spoon a tablespoon into each jar covering the crust. Spoon a large spoonful of pudding on top of the caramel. Next add a few banana slices to each jar. Cover with the rest of the pudding. Refrigerate until serving.
- Top with Cool Whip, sprinkles, and extra cookie chunks if desired. Makes 8 small jars. (I used 4 oz. jelly jars)
Notes
If you can't find Dulce de Leche, you could substitute any caramel ice cream topping.
It’s a Pie Day party over at Crazy for Crust…make sure you head over there and see all the fun pies that are being shared.
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Jocelyn is the baker, photographer, and writer behind Inside BruCrew Life. She is married to her best friend, and they have three great kids. She spends her days baking sweet treats, and then trying to find ways to give the treats away without eating them all. Grab a cup of coffee and visit while she shares life from their kitchen.
Happy Pi Day to you! I think that I will make this today !
Brenda recently posted..St. Patrick’s Day Review and a Giveaway
I hope you tried these fun puddings. So easy and fast to have on the table!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
I’m drooling over the Banana Split Brownie Pie! It looks amazing.
My kids are still reminding me of my mistakes and they are in their 30′s! They never forget!
Have a great PI Day.
Cindy Harris recently posted..Chicken Pot Pie for PI Day
haha good to know!!! I’m pretty sure my son will NEVER let me live this down.
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
I am LOVING this banana cream kick you’re on! So tasty and perfect for spring
these pies are WAY cute and I wouldn’t mind celebrating Pi Day with an infinite amount of these cuties!!
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel recently posted..Almond Joy Magic Pie (For Pi Day!)
I am all about the cute desserts! Sure wish you were closer and we could celebrate together
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
These look so amazing! Yum! Wish I had one right now!
Sheena @ Hot Eats and Cool Reads recently posted..Roasted Potatoes, Mushrooms, Onions & Asparagus Recipe
Thanks! They are so easy to do…just throw them together and dessert in jars for the week!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
Yay I posted a banana cream pie today too! Love yours in the jars
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie recently posted..Banana Pudding Pie
Power to the banana desserts! I love that we both posted banana pudding pies…I can’t wait to check out yours!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
MMM these look so fun! And a cookie crust!! YUM!!
Elizabeth @ Confessions of a Baking Queen recently posted..Bailey’s Irish Cream Pie
The cookie crust just gave it that little edge over all the other ones
Plus I like to eat choc chip cookies whenever I can!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
LOVE! These are so cute!
Julie recently posted..Product Review: Skinny Cow Divine Filled Chocolates
Thank you Julie!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
I’m so running out to buy myself some jars! These little pies are wonderful-easy, quick and already portion controlled!
Tanya Schroeder recently posted..Almond Tassies with Mixed Berry Curd
Yes, get some jars! I use mine all the time. In fact I have a huge tub of all the different sizes just in case I need some!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
Jocelyn… these look AMAZING! Holy Moly. Pinned! I hope you have a wonderful day
xoxo~ Ruthie
Ruthie recently posted..Easy 7-up Biscuits
Thank you so much Ruthie!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
I love these Jocelyn! You know my weakness for food in jars. And dulce de leche under the pudding? LOVE! Your math story made me chuckle. We’re in 2nd grade now and I cannot do the grammar. AT ALL.
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust recently posted..Pi Day Pie Party 2013
LOL how about you handle all the math problems and I will take on the grammar! I knew you would love the cute jar treats
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
Math is totally lost one me, partially because I never payed attention to the teacher and instead at the hot soccer player in front of me. He was more fun to think about it. Moving on, these no bake banana cream pies are darling. The cookie crust has me hooked.
Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry recently posted..Coconut Key Lime Pie
Cute soccer players are definitely more interesting than math! The cookie crust was such a fun touch!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
I love pie in jars… looks delicious!
Emily ~So Domesticated~ recently posted..Irish Cream Iced Coffee…
Thank you Emily!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
Oh girl, these look awesome. Love cute little jars of pie! Good warning on the dulce de leche cause I totally have been known to eat spoonfuls. YUM.
Aimee @ ShugarySweets recently posted..Lasagna Soup
I should never have taken that first bite…I’m officially hooked!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
These are so perfect! I love no-bake and these are great, easy little treats for something special. My kiddo would love ‘em–plus, I can make mine with the sugar-free pudding and add tons of fruit and call it “health food.”
Ashley @ Kitchen Meets Girl recently posted..Pina Colada Pie
I like the way you think! I used fat free milk in mine to help cut some of the fat!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
Math is not my strong suit either, but any day is great to have more Pie! I am obsessed with anything in a jar!!
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet recently posted..Tuna Quinoa Patties
I agree…every day is better to have PIE on!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
jar desserts are so much fun Jocelyn. I love all the banana around these parts lately.
Happy Pi Day! (yesterday!)
sally @ sallys baking addiction recently posted..Chocolate Cupcakes with Creamy Nutella Frosting.
Something about a cute dessert in a jar gets me every single time!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
We love desserts in jars! These banana cream pies are not only adorable but need to happen in my kitchen ASAP! So fun!
Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet recently posted..Fudgy Brownie Cupcakes with fresh whipped cream mint topping
Easy banana desserts in jars…such a fun treat to be in your kitchen!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
Hooray for no bake!
carrian recently posted..Deep Fried 7-Layer Dip Taquitos
Hooray for 10 minute desserts
Gotta love those kind of baking days!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
I love desserts in jars-so cute. Especially pie!
Tess @ Cake and Vodka recently posted..St. Patty’s Day Cookies and Giveaway
Good to know…I’m kind of obsessed with desserts in jars
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
I sort of loathe math lol so I completely forgot about pi day once I left high school. BUT if they served me this pie on pi day MAYBEEEEE I would’ve paid more attention in class
I love how simple this is to whip up – and it’d be awesome around Easter!
Enjoy your weekend!
Jess @ On Sugar Mountain recently posted..#ThrowbackThursday : Sweet Treats Fit for Easter
I only know about school holidays because of my crazy math obsessed friends (whom I adore)! PIE in school would totally help me remember these kind of days!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
Beautiful, and no baking great for the hot summer days. Andi
You are right…these are such a perfect summer time dessert to cool off with!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
Hello! Beautiful blog and great recipes! I found you thru Six Sisters’ Stuff blog hop.
Have a Sweet Day!
Heather
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I am so excited you “found” my blog! It is always “sweet” around here
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
Yum! This looks really good and I love that it is quick and easy:) Thanks for sharing! I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
Shannon {Cozy Country Living} recently posted..Fudgy Mint Chocolate Brownies
Thank you Shannon!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
It looks incredible! My mouth is watering just looking at the photo
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Awe thank you so much Winnie!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
Oh, this looks so good! I love banana cream desserts!
Cherry recently posted..Held Secure: His Love in Times of Trial (#1)
oh i’m bananas over your bananas! :>D
Lisa @hooplapalooza recently posted..rainbow shortbread cookies for st. patty’s day
hahaha! You are too cute!!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker recently posted..Heath Brownie Pizzas
Yay for no bake dessert!
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Banana Cream Pies always my Hubbies fav and the jars make it super cute! Adorable!
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