Description
Soft, chewy, and bursting with the nostalgic flavors of banana pudding, these Banana Pudding Cookies are the ultimate dessert! Featuring creamy banana filling, crushed vanilla wafers, and a delightful cookie texture, they’re perfect for parties, afternoon treats, or satisfying your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon banana extract
2 large eggs
1/2 cup instant vanilla pudding mix (small box)
1 cup mini vanilla wafer cookies, crushed
For the Filling:
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon banana extract
1/2 cup mini vanilla wafer cookies, crushed (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Dough
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and banana extracts and vanilla pudding mix.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Mix in crushed vanilla wafers.
- Bake the Cookies
- Drop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are set.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Filling
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gradually beat in powdered sugar.
- Mix in vanilla and banana extracts for a creamy, flavorful filling.
- Assemble the Cookies
- Spread or pipe filling onto one cookie and top with another to form a sandwich.
- Roll edges in crushed vanilla wafers for added crunch and decoration.
Notes
Chill the Dough: For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 20-30 minutes before baking.
Make-Ahead Option: Prepare the filling a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
Flavor Variations: Experiment with different extracts like almond or coconut for unique twists.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
