Delicious and Moist Banana Pudding Cupcakes

These delectable cupcakes combine the flavors of banana pudding and cake into a moist, fluffy treat. Topped with a creamy pudding frosting and garnished with vanilla wafers, these cupcakes are sure to impress at any gathering or event. They are perfect for banana lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike. The recipe is easy to follow and requires simple ingredients that are likely already in your pantry. Indulge in these delightful banana pudding cupcakes for a taste of Southern comfort.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup vanilla pudding, prepared
• 12 vanilla wafer cookies

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the mashed bananas, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, mixing until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
9. Once the cupcakes have cooled, use a cupcake corer or a small spoon to remove a small portion from the center of each cupcake.
10. Fill the hollowed-out portion of each cupcake with a spoonful of prepared vanilla pudding.
11. Place a vanilla wafer cookie on top of the pudding filling in each cupcake.
12. To prepare the pudding frosting, mix together the remaining vanilla pudding and 1/2 cup of milk until smooth and creamy.
13. Pipe or spread the pudding frosting on top of each cupcake, covering the vanilla wafer cookie.
14. Optional: Garnish each cupcake with a sprinkle of crushed vanilla wafer cookies.
15. Serve the banana pudding cupcakes chilled or at room temperature and enjoy!

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