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Homemade Banana Split Cupcakes

Homemade Banana Split Cupcakes That Will Delight Everyone

Discover Homemade Banana Split Cupcakes, a nostalgic treat that's easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for balancing sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Coconut oil can work as dairy-free alternative
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor
  • 2 large Eggs A flax egg can be used for a vegan option
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Experiment with other extracts for variety
  • 1 cup Mashed Ripe Bananas Can substitute with applesauce
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Optional, can swap with carob chips
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts or Pecans Almonds or other nuts can be used
Toppings
  • 12 pieces Maraschino Cherries Fresh cherries can be used as alternative
  • 2 cups Whipped Cream or Buttercream Frosting Vegan frosting is an option

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. In another bowl, mix melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth, then add eggs one at a time and vanilla, followed by mashed bananas.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter among cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full, and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  6. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the muffin tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Frost the cooled cupcakes with whipped cream or buttercream, drizzle with chocolate, sprinkle with walnuts, and top with maraschino cherries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with different nuts or toppings for a unique twist. Riper bananas yield the best flavor!

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