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Banana Pudding Cups

Banana Pudding CupsLayers of creamy vanilla pudding, fresh slices of bananas, and a generous helping of crushed Nilla Wafers create a perfect grab-and-go dessert; prepare homemade Banana Pudding Cups to feed a crowd or as a delicious single-serve treat. 

A side view of three cups of banana pudding cups showing the layers.

WHAT ARE MINI BANANA PUDDING CUPS?

Mini Banana Pudding Cups are individual-sized servings of banana pudding in a jar or small cup. They are a tasty and convenient way to enjoy the classic dessert. The single-serve cups of Banana Pudding consist of layers of creamy vanilla pudding, crushed Nilla cookies, and bananas.

WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE

  • Vanilla Pudding Mix: Using store-bought Vanilla Pudding mix saves time and effort in the kitchen; the pudding mix contributes to the overall texture of the no-bake dessert and helps bind the ingredients together.
  • Sweetened Condensed Milk: Thicken and sweeten the dessert with sweetened condensed milk.
  • Heavy Whipping Cream: Add heavy cream to the pudding for a homemade custard-like consistency.
  • Nilla Wafers: Crisp Nilla Wafers are a classic component of Banana Pudding, but that hasn’t always been the case; before the widespread availability of the cookies in the 1940s, other recipes called for homemade cookies, sponge cake, or ladyfingers. However, the Nilla Wafers provide a perfect crunch between the layers of creamy pudding and sliced bananas.
  • Bananas: Select ripe bananas with a vibrant yellow peel and a few brown spots. Bananas begin to brown right away, so avoid using overly ripe bananas.

HOW TO MAKE BANANA PUDDING CUPS 

The full recipe with measurements is in the recipe card below.

Whisk Vanilla pudding mix, sweetened condensed milk, and water in a mixing bowl until combined. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Then, stir in the heavy whipping cream.

A bowl of the vanilla pudding mixture.

Layer the vanilla pudding mixture into the bottom of the serving cups,

Banana pudding in the bottom of pudding cup.

followed by crushed cookies and bananas.

Bananas on top of the cookies.

End each cup with a layer of pudding on top and garnish with whipped cream topping and more crushed cookies.

An over the top view of one banana pudding cup topped with whipped cream and crumbled cookies with cookies in the background.

EXPERT TIPS

  • Use mini vanilla wafers or break the whole cookies into smaller pieces. Add the cookies to a resealable bag and crush them using a rolling pin; you can also pulse them in a food processor.
  • Place the Banana Pudding Cups in the refrigerator for at least an hour or until they are chilled and set (I recommend 2 hours). 

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An over the top view of three banana pudding cups topped with whipped cream and crumbled cookies with cookies in the background.

TOPPINGS FOR BANANA PUDDING CUPS

Finish the Banana Pudding Cups by adding a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkling them with crumbled cookies. You can also try other toppings like chocolate shavings, chocolate chips, toasted coconut flakes, berries, chopped nuts, or caramel sauce.

WHAT TO DO WITH THE LEFTOVERS 

  • Refrigerate – Store Banana Pudding for 1-2 days in the refrigerator.
  • Should you freeze banana pudding?  Freezing Banana Pudding will alter the taste and texture of the pudding; freezing and thawing cause the pudding to become watery and mushy.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 

Can I make Mini Banana Pudding Cups in advance?

Assemble the cups and cover them tightly with plastic wrap or a lid; then, place them in the refrigerator. Before serving, remove the cups from the refrigerator, and add your toppings, such as whipped cream or crushed cookies.

How do you keep the bananas from turning brown?

If you want to keep the bananas looking fresh and prevent browning, assemble the cups just before serving to minimize the exposure to air and prolong freshness.

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A side view of three cups of banana pudding cups showing the layers.

Banana Pudding Cups

Tressa Jamil
Creamy vanilla pudding, fresh banana slices, and crushed Vanilla Wafers come together for our delicious grab-and-go Banana Pudding Cups.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Cups
Calories 393 kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
  
  • 1 box Vanilla Pudding Mix, 3.5-ounce
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk, 14-ounce
  • ½ cup cold water
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups Nilla Wafers, crushed
  • 2-3 bananas, slightly underripe, cut into thin rounds
  • whipped cream, for garnish
Instructions
 
  • Whisk Vanilla pudding mix, sweetened condensed milk, and water in a mixing bowl until combined. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Then, stir in the heavy whipping cream.
    1 box Vanilla Pudding Mix,, 1 can sweetened condensed milk,, ½ cup cold water, 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • Layer the vanilla pudding mixture into the bottom of the serving cups, followed by crushed cookies and bananas.
    2 cups Nilla Wafers,, 2-3 bananas,
  • End each cup with a layer of pudding on top and garnish with whipped cream topping and more crushed cookies.
    whipped cream,
Notes
Expert Tips: 
Use mini vanilla wafers or break the whole cookies into smaller pieces. Add the cookies to a resealable bag and crush them using a rolling pin; you can also pulse them in a food processor.
•  Place the Banana Pudding Cups in the refrigerator for at least an hour or until they are chilled and set (I recommend 2 hours). 
Nutrition Disclosure:
• The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional advice.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 Mini Cup | Calories: 393 kcal | Carbohydrates: 36 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 16 g | Saturated Fat: 10 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4 g | Cholesterol: 47 mg | Sodium: 639 mg | Potassium: 177 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 48 g | Vitamin A: 2 IU | Vitamin C: 6 mg | Calcium: 3 mg | Iron: 1 mg
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