Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes Recipe

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:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Make the Whipped Cream:
   • In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
4. 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.
5. 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!