Homemade Banana Split Cupcakes Recipe
Indulge in the flavors of a classic banana split with these delightful Homemade Banana Split Cupcakes. Moist banana cupcakes topped with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, nuts, and a cherry on top!
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1⁄2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1⁄2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3⁄4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
- 1⁄2 cup chocolate chips (melted for drizzling)
- 1⁄2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 8 maraschino cherries
- 1 cup whipped cream or buttercream frosting
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine melted butter and sugar, then add eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla.
- Combine Mixtures: Fold in mashed bananas and gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; mix until just combined.
- Bake: Divide batter into cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Decorate: Cool cupcakes, frost generously, drizzle with chocolate, sprinkle nuts, and top with a cherry.
- Serve: Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize these cupcakes with your favorite toppings like sprinkles, caramel sauce, or extra fruits.
- Ensure bananas are ripe for the best flavor and sweetness in the cupcakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Banana Split Cupcakes, Homemade Cupcakes, Dessert Recipe, Banana Cupcakes