Description
No Bake Mini Banana Cream Pies are a quick and delightful twist on a beloved classic. With no oven required, these charming bite-sized desserts offer layers of buttery graham cracker crust, creamy banana filling, and freshly whipped topping. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or casual indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Banana Cream Filling:
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant banana pudding mix
- 1¼ cups cold whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 medium ripe banana, mashed
- (Optional) 2 oz softened cream cheese
For the Whipped Topping:
- ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For Garnish:
- Fresh banana slices
- Chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Stir in melted butter until combined.
- Spoon the mixture into mini muffin tins or silicone molds. Press down firmly to form the crust.
- Chill crusts in the fridge for 20–30 minutes.
- Whisk together pudding mix, milk, and heavy cream. Let it thicken for 5 minutes.
- Fold in mashed banana and optional cream cheese until smooth.
- In a chilled bowl, whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Remove crusts from fridge and fill with banana cream mixture.
- Top with whipped cream and garnish as desired.
- Chill assembled pies for at least 1 hour before serving.