Banana Pudding Cups
Delightful individual servings of creamy banana pudding layered with fresh bananas and crunchy wafers, perfect for gatherings and customizable to your taste.
Ingredients
For the Pudding
- 2 pieces ripe bananas Use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream Chill before beating.
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 package (10 oz) mini vanilla wafers
- To taste chocolate or caramel drizzle for topping Optional topping for added flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk until the mixture is smooth. Set it aside to thicken for about 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold the whipped topping into the prepared pudding until just combined.
Assembly
- Start with a layer of mini vanilla wafers at the bottom of each cup.
- Add a layer of the pudding mixture, followed by a layer of sliced bananas.
- Continue layering until you fill the cups, finishing with a layer of whipped topping.
Chill
- Cover the cups and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve
- Just before serving, add a sprinkle of crushed vanilla wafers and a drizzle of chocolate or caramel if desired.
Notes
For the best flavor, use ripe bananas and chill the cups for at least 2 hours before serving. Experiment with flavors by adding almond extract or cinnamon.