Delicious Banana Split Cupcakes Your Sweet Tooth Will Love

Banana Split Cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 55

Servings: 12 cupcakes

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes

2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure and stability
1 teaspoon baking powder Acts as a leavening agent
0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor
0.5 cups unsalted butter (melted) Adds moisture and flavor
1 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the cupcakes
2 large eggs Binds ingredients
1 teaspoon vanilla extract Impacts flavor
1 cups mashed ripe bananas Provides sweetness and moisture
0.5 cups chocolate chips Adds chocolate flavor
0.5 cups chopped walnuts or pecans Adds crunch

For the Topping

12 maraschino cherries Traditional cupcake topping
1 whipped cream or buttercream frosting For frosting

Equipment

Oven
Muffin tin
Mixing bowls
Whisk
Spatula

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until creamy, then add eggs and vanilla.
Fold in mashed bananas, then incorporate dry ingredients.
Add chocolate chips and nuts gently.
Spoon batter into liners and bake for 18-20 minutes.
Let cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Frost with whipped cream or buttercream, drizzle with chocolate, and top with cherries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and avoid overmixing the batter.

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