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Brown Butter Banana Pudding Cupcakes

Brown Butter Banana Pudding Cupcakes That Wow Every Bite

Indulge in these Brown Butter Banana Pudding Cupcakes that blend rich flavors and creamy fillings for a dessert experience like no other.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Browning enhances nuttiness
  • 2-3 medium Ripe Bananas Opt for deep speckled for sweetness
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture and sweetness
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Balances flavor
  • ½ cup Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream Introduces moisture
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for structure
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Bean Paste or Extract Enhances overall flavor
  • cups All-Purpose Flour Base for structure
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Aids rise
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps with a domed top
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • ½ teaspoon Cinnamon (optional) Adds a warm spice
For the Filling
  • 1 package Instant Pudding Mix Shortcut to creamy filling
  • 2 cups Milk Mix with pudding powder
For the Buttercream
  • 3-4 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens and thickens
  • 2-4 tablespoons Heavy Cream For a silky finish
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Nilla Wafers Crushed for topping
  • 1 cup Sliced Bananas (optional) Enhance flavor and presentation

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Cupcake tin
  • Mixer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Brown the butter by melting in a medium saucepan over medium heat until golden amber and nutty aroma develops, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Combine with brown sugar and granulated sugar until thick.
  3. Incorporate cooled brown butter into the banana mixture, stirring until smooth.
  4. Add Greek yogurt, eggs, and vanilla, whisk until creamy and well-blended.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Fill cupcake liners ⅔ full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Prepare pudding filling by whisking instant pudding mix with milk until smooth and refrigerate to set.
  8. For buttercream, beat softened butter until fluffy, gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream until light and pipeable.
  9. Cool cupcakes completely, fill with pudding using a cupcake corer.
  10. Frost with buttercream and sprinkle crushed Nilla wafers and optional sliced bananas on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze unfrosted for 3 months. Thaw before frosting for best results.

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