Banana Pudding Cupcakes With Cream Cheese Frosting
Do you love banana pudding? Do you love cupcakes? Well, then you're in luck because banana pudding cupcakes with cream cheese frosting combine the best of both worlds. These sweet treats are the perfect combination of moist, fluffy cake and creamy, pudding-filled center topped with a delicious cream cheese frosting. Here's everything you need to know to make these delightful desserts:
Ingredients:
To make these cupcakes, you'll need:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 1/2 a banana)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 box instant banana pudding mix
- 1 3/4 cups milk (for the pudding)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions:
Here are the steps to make these delicious cupcakes:
Step 1: Make the Cupcake Batter
Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, butter, milk, mashed bananas, egg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes, until smooth and creamy. The batter should be thick but pourable.
Step 2: Make the Banana Pudding Filling
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the banana pudding mix and 1 3/4 cups of milk until smooth and thick. Set aside.
Step 3: Assemble the Cupcakes
Line a muffin tin with 12 cupcake liners. Spoon 1 tablespoon of cupcake batter into the bottom of each liner. Then, place a dollop of banana pudding filling on top of the batter (about 1-2 tablespoons, depending on the size of your cupcakes). Cover the filling with another tablespoon of batter.
Step 4: Bake the Cupcakes
Bake the cupcakes for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
Step 5: Make the Cream Cheese Frosting
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition, until the frosting is light and fluffy. If the frosting is too thick, add a splash of milk to thin it out.
Step 6: Frost the Cupcakes
Once the cupcakes are cooled, frost them generously with the cream cheese frosting. You can use a pastry bag and tip or a butter knife to apply the frosting. Top each cupcake with a sliced banana or a sprinkle of chopped nuts, if desired.
Conclusion:
These banana pudding cupcakes with cream cheese frosting are perfect for any occasion, from a birthday party to a casual family gathering. They're easy to make and are sure to impress anyone who tries them. The combination of moist banana cake, creamy pudding filling, and tangy cream cheese frosting is simply irresistible. So why not give them a try today?