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Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes Recipe
Ingredients:
- For the Cupcakes:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- For the Filling:
- 1 cup vanilla pudding (prepared from a mix or homemade)
- For the Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For Garnish:
- Banana slices
- Caramel sauce
- Crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafer crumbs
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cupcakes:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the melted butter, mashed bananas, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream until well combined.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and stir until just mixed.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
- Prepare the Filling:
- Once the cupcakes are cool, use a small knife or cupcake corer to remove the center of each cupcake.
- Fill each hole with vanilla pudding.
- Make the Whipped Cream:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the Cupcakes:
- Pipe or spoon the whipped cream on top of each filled cupcake.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafer crumbs.
- Top each cupcake with a slice of banana.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Best enjoyed the same day for freshest taste and texture.
These Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes are a fantastic treat that marries the creamy, fruity delight of banana cream pie with the fun and ease of cupcakes, making them perfect for parties, gatherings, or as a special treat. Enjoy your baking and the wonderful flavors!
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