Description
Creamy chocolate covered banana pudding cups offer a delightful Southern dessert perfect for summer gatherings. Rich layers of banana pudding, whipped cream, and chocolate create an irresistible treat you’ll want to savor slowly.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 bananas
- 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups milk
Dairy and Cream:
- 1 cup whipped cream
Toppings and Extras:
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk milk into vanilla pudding mix according to package directions, ensuring smooth consistency without lumps.
- Create a foundation of ripe banana slices at the base of individual serving cups, arranging them evenly to cover the bottom.
- Gently cascade the prepared vanilla pudding over the banana layer, filling each cup approximately three-quarters full.
- Place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval until completely melted and glossy.
- Carefully drizzle the molten chocolate across the pudding surface, creating an elegant coverage that partially obscures the pudding layer.
- Transfer the cups to the refrigerator and chill for 60-90 minutes until the chocolate sets and pudding firms.
- Optional: Just before serving, crown each cup with a delicate swirl of whipped cream and sprinkle crushed graham cracker crumbs for added texture and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately from the refrigerator to maintain the dessert’s cool, refreshing character.
Notes
- Ensure bananas are ripe but firm for the best texture and sweetness in the pudding.
- Use whole milk for a richer, creamier pudding consistency that complements the bananas.
- Chill the cups for at least 2 hours to allow layers to set and flavors to meld together.
- For a gluten-free version, swap graham cracker crumbs with crushed gluten-free cookies or toasted nuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg