Banana Pudding Cupcakes
Banana Pudding Cupcakes are a delightful Southern American dessert that transforms the classic banana pudding into a portable cupcake form. They typically feature a moist banana-infused cake base, topped with a creamy vanilla or banana-flavored pudding frosting, and often garnished with crushed vanilla wafers or fresh banana slices.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These cupcakes are generally high in carbohydrates and fat due to the sugar, cake, and creamy frosting, providing a quick energy boost. A standard cupcake contains roughly 250-350 calories, with some potassium and vitamin B6 from the banana.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 26 g |
| Sodium | 210 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin A | 45 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 3 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15 mg |
| Magnesium | 18 mg |
Per 1 cupcake (85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
This dessert is a creative twist on a beloved comfort food, merging the nostalgia of banana pudding with the convenience of a cupcake, making it a popular treat at potlucks and celebrations across the Southern United States.
