The custard is typically made from scratch using milk, eggs, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract, cooked until thickened. Once cooled, the custard is folded with sliced bananas to create a luscious filling.
The Topping:
The cupcakes are topped with a generous swirl of whipped cream. The whipped cream can be homemade, using heavy cream and a bit of sugar, or store-bought for convenience. To add extra flair, the cupcakes can be garnished with banana slices and a drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce.
Creating Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes:
Here’s a step-by-step guide to making these delicious cupcakes:
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the Filling:
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
3 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ripe bananas, sliced
For the Topping:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Banana slices and caramel sauce for garnish
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