Here’s a delicious and easy Creamy Banana Caramel Cups recipe that combines layers of rich caramel, creamy banana filling, and a buttery base. Perfect for a make-ahead dessert!
🍌 Creamy Banana Caramel Cups Recipe
✅ Ingredients:
For the base:
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1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits, crushed)
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4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the caramel layer:
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1/2 cup brown sugar
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1/4 cup unsalted butter
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1/4 cup heavy cream
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Pinch of salt
For the banana cream layer:
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2 ripe bananas
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
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2 tbsp powdered sugar
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional toppings:
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Whipped cream
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Banana slices
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Caramel drizzle
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Crushed nuts or chocolate shavings
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Prepare the base:
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In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until the texture is like wet sand.
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Press the mixture into the bottoms of small serving cups or ramekins.
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Chill in the fridge while preparing the next layers.
2. Make the caramel:
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In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar and butter.
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Stir until melted and bubbling, about 3–4 minutes.
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Slowly stir in heavy cream and a pinch of salt. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Let cool for 5–10 minutes, then pour a layer over the chilled crusts. Return cups to fridge to set.
3. Banana cream filling:
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In a blender or food processor, blend bananas until smooth.
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In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
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Fold in banana puree, then gently fold in whipped heavy cream until light and fluffy.
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Spoon the banana cream over the set caramel layer.
4. Chill and serve:
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Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
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Before serving, top with whipped cream, banana slices, and a drizzle of caramel if desired.