Quick answer: This banana cream pie milkshake is smooth, sweet, and nostalgic, just like the diner classic. Blended in 5 minutes.

Banana Cream Pie Milkshake

This banana cream pie milkshake is smooth, sweet, and nostalgic, tasting like the classic diner pie.

Ripe banana, vanilla, and a graham or vanilla-wafer crust flavor make this a comforting dessert shake.

Recipe Information

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Servings: 2
  • Calories: 340 per serving

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Ready in 5 minutes — just blend and serve
  • Rich, real flavor — from quality ingredients
  • Thick, creamy texture — thanks to good ice cream
  • Only a few ingredients — easy to keep on hand
  • Easy to customize — with dairy-free or protein twists

Background

This banana cream pie milkshake delivers great flavor and a creamy texture using simple ingredients for an easy homemade treat.

Banana Cream Pie Milkshake - styled presentation

Ingredients

Makes 2 generous servings. Use the best vanilla ice cream you can find.

  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 vanilla wafers or graham crackers, crushed (to top)

Equipment

  • High-speed blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Tall serving glasses
  • Spoon

Instructions

  1. Add the bananas, vanilla ice cream, milk, and vanilla to a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 to 30 seconds.
  3. Pour into a chilled glass, top with crushed wafers, and serve immediately.
Banana Cream Pie Milkshake - detail view

Tips for the Best Banana Cream Pie Milkshake

  • Use very ripe bananas for the sweetest pie flavor.
  • Vanilla wafers capture the classic banana-pudding taste.
  • Freeze the bananas for a thicker shake.
  • Top with whipped cream like the real pie.

Variations

Make It Your Own

Add a drizzle of sauce, a handful of mix-ins, or a different ice cream base. The core method stays the same.

Dairy-Free Version

Use dairy-free ice cream and plant-based milk such as oat or almond.

Protein Version

Add one scoop of vanilla protein powder with a little extra milk.

Serving Suggestions

Cookies, wafers, or a slice of cake.

Serve in chilled tall glasses with a straw. Top with whipped cream and your favorite garnish.

Storage

Best enjoyed fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours and blend again before serving.

Nutrition

NutrientPer Serving
Calories340
Protein0g
Fat0g
Carbs0g
Sugar0g

Frequently Asked Questions

What gives the pie flavor?

Ripe banana, vanilla, and the wafer or graham crust topping.

Can I use pudding mix?

A spoon of vanilla pudding mix boosts the flavor.

Dairy-free?

Use dairy-free ice cream, milk, and wafers.

Thicker?

Use frozen bananas or less milk.

Finished banana cream pie milkshake ready to enjoy

Conclusion

Rich, creamy, and satisfying, this banana cream pie milkshake is a treat worth making again and again.

This is the perfect homemade Banana Cream Pie Milkshake. Enjoy it!

Creamy banana cream pie milkshake topped with crushed vanilla wafers
Mara Voss

Banana Cream Pie Milkshake

A nostalgic banana cream pie milkshake blended in 5 minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 340

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Add the bananas, vanilla ice cream, milk, and vanilla to a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 to 30 seconds.
  3. Pour into a chilled glass, top with crushed wafers, and serve immediately.

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About the Author

Hi, I’m Mara Voss — a milkshake-obsessed recipe creator based in Morocco. Every recipe on Shake Haven is tested in my own kitchen until the ratios are just right. Read my story, or say hi on Instagram and Pinterest.

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