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Caramel Banana Pudding Cups Recipe

Caramel Banana Pudding Cups Recipe
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This Ultimate Caramel Banana Pudding Cups Recipe brings together classic comfort food flavors in an elegant presentation. The combination of silky vanilla pudding, fresh banana slices, crunchy vanilla wafers, and luscious caramel creates the perfect balance of textures and tastes. These individual pudding cups are incredibly versatile and make-ahead friendly, ideal for picnics, parties, or any gathering.

Ingredients

For the pudding:

  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 box (3.4 oz) vanilla instant pudding mix
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 2–3 ripe bananas, sliced

For the layers:

  • 1 package of vanilla wafers
  • ½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • Crushed vanilla wafers for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pudding Base: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cold milk and vanilla instant pudding mix for 2 minutes until smooth and thickened. Cover and refrigerate for 5 minutes to set completely.
  2. Make the Whipped Cream: In a separate large bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat.
  3. Combine Pudding and Cream: Gently fold the prepared pudding into the whipped cream until just combined.
  4. Prepare Your Cups: Slice the bananas and have wafers and caramel sauce ready.
  5. Create the First Layer: Place wafers in cups, drizzle with caramel sauce.
  6. Add Banana Layer: Arrange banana slices over wafers.
  7. Add Pudding Layer: Spoon pudding over bananas.
  8. Repeat Layers: Layer wafers, caramel, bananas, and pudding until cups are filled.
  9. Final Touches: Top with crushed wafers and caramel sauce.
  10. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • This recipe can be made up to 24 hours in advance.
  • Homemade caramel sauce can be used or store-bought for convenience.
  • To reduce sweetness, adjust powdered sugar or use sugar-free pudding mix.
  • Recipe is easily doubled for larger groups.

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