Description
Easy Banana Pudding Cookie Cups combine the delightful flavors of banana pudding with soft sugar cookie cups, topped with fresh banana slices for a fun and simple dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 16 ounce package refrigerated sugar cookie dough
Banana Pudding Filling
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 3.4-ounce box banana flavor instant pudding mix
- 1 8-ounce tub Cool Whip
- 2 bananas, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Spray a mini muffin pan thoroughly with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Shape and Bake Cookies: Divide the refrigerated sugar cookie dough into 24 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and place one ball in each well of the prepared mini muffin pan. Bake at 325°F for 11 to 13 minutes or until the cookies are set but not fully browned.
- Form Cookie Cups: Once baked, use a mini tart shaper or the rounded end of a wooden spoon to gently press down the center of each cookie to form a cup shape. Leave cookies in the pan to cool to room temperature.
- Make Banana Pudding Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk and banana flavor instant pudding mix until thickened. Gradually fold in the Cool Whip a little at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth and creamy. Transfer the banana cream mixture into a zip-top bag and cut off one corner to use as a piping bag.
- Fill Cookie Cups: Carefully use a butter knife or small spatula to loosen each cookie cup from the pan. Pipe the prepared banana pudding cream into the center of each cooled cookie cup, filling it generously.
- Top and Serve: Place a slice of fresh banana on top of each filled cookie cup. Serve immediately for best texture and freshness.
Notes
- Make sure the cookie cups are completely cooled before filling to prevent the pudding from melting.
- Use a gentle hand when pressing the cookie centers to avoid breaking the cups.
- For a firmer filling, chill the assembled cookie cups before serving.
- Substitute Cool Whip with fresh whipped cream if preferred.
- These cookie cups are best enjoyed the same day to maintain freshness and texture.
