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Easter Banana Pudding Cups Recipe

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  • Author: Lana
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Easter Banana Pudding Cups are a delightful no-bake dessert featuring layers of creamy banana-flavored pudding, golden sandwich cookies, fresh banana slices, and whipped topping, all garnished with pastel chocolate eggs and cookie crumbs for a festive touch. Perfect for spring celebrations and easy to prepare ahead of time.

Ingredients

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Banana Pudding Mixture

  • 1 package banana-flavored instant pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 1/2 cups whipped topping

Layers and Garnishes

  • 2 cups mini golden sandwich cookies
  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1/2 cup mini pastel chocolate eggs
  • 2 tablespoons crushed cookies or graham cracker crumbs

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pudding: Whisk the banana pudding mix and cold milk in a mixing bowl for about 2 minutes until well combined. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes to thicken properly.
  2. Slice the bananas: Cut the ripe bananas into even, uniform rounds to ensure neat layering within the serving cups.
  3. Layer the pudding: Spoon a layer of the thickened banana pudding into the bottom of each serving cup.
  4. Add cookies: Place a layer of mini golden sandwich cookies over the pudding layer in each cup.
  5. Layer bananas: Arrange a layer of banana slices evenly over the cookies.
  6. Repeat layers: Continue layering pudding, cookies, and bananas until the cups are nearly full, finishing with a top layer of pudding.
  7. Top with whipped topping: Add a generous swirl or spoonful of whipped topping on top of each pudding cup.
  8. Decorate: Garnish each cup with mini pastel chocolate eggs, extra banana slices, and a sprinkle of crushed cookies or graham cracker crumbs for added texture and festive appeal.
  9. Chill: Refrigerate the assembled cups for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and pudding to set for the best texture and taste.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • For a firmer pudding texture, chill the pudding mixture before assembling layers.
  • Mini golden sandwich cookies provide a nice crunch and contrast to the creamy pudding.
  • The dessert can be assembled up to a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
  • Substitute whipped topping with homemade whipped cream for a fresher taste.
  • Ensure to serve chilled to maintain the right texture and refreshing quality.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: banana pudding, Easter dessert, no bake dessert, pudding cups, layered dessert, quick dessert, spring dessert

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