Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes Recipe From Scratch
Are you a banana lover or a cupcake lover? Why not have the best of both worlds and try out these delicious Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes? This recipe is perfect for those who have a sweet tooth and love to bake. These cupcakes are easy to make from scratch and are sure to impress your family and friends. With a creamy, banana-flavored filling and a moist cake base, these cupcakes are a crowd pleaser.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Banana Filling:
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Cupcake Batter
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set it aside.
In a separate large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar together until fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time, and beat until well combined. Alternate adding in the dry mixture and the milk to the wet mixture. Add in the vanilla extract and beat on medium until well combined.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Transfer the cupcakes to a wire rack to cool.
Step 2: Make the Banana Filling
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Add in the milk and egg yolks and whisk until well combined. Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens and starts to boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and add in the butter, vanilla extract and mashed bananas. Stir until well combined.
Cover and refrigerate the mixture until cooled and set, about 1 hour.
Step 3: Assemble the Cupcakes
Using a small knife or an apple corer, remove a small amount of the center of each cupcake. Fill each cavity with 1-2 tablespoons of the banana filling.
You can serve the cupcakes as is, or top them with whipped cream and a banana slice for decoration.
Step 4: Enjoy Your Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes!
Tips and Variations
- To make the cupcake batter more banana-y, add 1 mashed ripe banana to the batter.
- If you don't have an apple corer or a small knife, you can use a piping bag or a plastic bag with the corner snipped off to fill the cupcakes with the banana filling.
- You can also make the cupcakes ahead of time and refrigerate them until ready to serve.
- If you want to make the cupcakes even more indulgent, you can top them with chocolate ganache or caramel sauce.
Conclusion
If you're looking for a delicious and unique cupcake recipe, this Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes recipe is perfect for you. With a moist cake base and a creamy banana filling, these cupcakes are sure to impress your family and friends.
So what are you waiting for? Get baking and enjoy!
