Description
Craving something creamy, dreamy, and easy to make? These No-Bake Mini Banana Cream Pies are the perfect treat! With layers of fresh banana slices, luscious vanilla pudding, and fluffy whipped topping in a buttery cookie crust, they deliver all the classic flavors of banana cream pie—without turning on the oven. These mini desserts are adorable, refreshing, and ideal for parties, holidays, or anytime you need a quick sweet fix.
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Ingredients
For the Crusts:
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1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafer cookies
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6 tbsp melted butter
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2 tbsp granulated sugar
For the Filling:
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1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
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1 ½ cups cold milk
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½ cup heavy cream (or more milk, for extra silkiness)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Layers & Topping:
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2–3 ripe bananas, sliced into thin rounds
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1 ½ cups whipped topping or whipped cream
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Extra crushed cookies or graham crackers (for garnish)
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Optional: mini chocolate chips, caramel drizzle, or toasted coconut
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crusts
In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers with melted butter and sugar.
Stir until the texture is like wet sand.
Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners or lightly grease mini tart pans.
Press 2 tablespoons of the crust mixture into the bottom of each cup, pressing firmly to compact.
Chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to firm up.
Step 2: Make the Pudding Filling
In another bowl, whisk together pudding mix, cold milk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
Once thickened, give it a final stir until silky.
Step 3: Layer the Pies
Remove the crusts from the fridge.
Add a few banana slices on top of each crust.
Spoon or pipe the pudding mixture over the banana layer until almost full.
Smooth the tops with the back of a spoon.
Step 4: Top with Whipped Cream
Add a generous dollop of whipped topping or pipe it on using a piping bag.
Sprinkle with crushed cookies or your favorite garnish.
Step 5: Chill Before Serving
Refrigerate the mini pies for at least 1 hour to set.
They’ll be firmer and easier to serve cold.
Notes
Use Ripe Bananas – Slightly spotted bananas are sweet and soft, perfect for layering.
Chill for Best Texture – The longer they sit, the better the layers hold together.
Keep Them Cold – Store in the fridge until ready to serve, especially if using fresh whipped cream.
Make in Advance – These can be made a day ahead—just add the whipped topping right before serving.
Want Extra Banana Flavor? – Use banana pudding mix instead of vanilla.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Cuisine: American