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5-Minute Banana Pudding Frosting Recipe

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This 5-Minute Banana Pudding Frosting is a quick, no-bake creamy spread that captures all the classic flavors of banana pudding. Made with just heavy cream, banana pudding mix, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, it whips up light and fluffy in minutes, perfect for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, or even as a sweet snack dip. With its nostalgic banana flavor and smooth texture, it’s an easy and delicious way to elevate your desserts without turning on the oven.

Ingredients

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Frosting Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups heavy cream (preferably cold and from the fridge, e.g., Land O’Lakes brand for stable peaks)
  • 3.3 oz banana pudding mix (Jell-O brand recommended for best flavor)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (sifted to ensure smooth frosting texture)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients and Chill Bowl: Sift the powdered sugar into a small bowl to remove any lumps, ensuring a perfectly smooth frosting. Place your mixing bowl in the freezer for 5 minutes to chill, which helps the cream whip quicker and hold stable peaks. Have all ingredients measured and ready before starting.
  2. Whip Heavy Cream to Soft Peaks: Pour the cold heavy cream into the chilled bowl and beat on medium-high speed for about 2-3 minutes. Watch carefully for soft peaks forming—the cream should look fluffy and hold shape briefly when you lift the beaters, but the peaks should gently fold back on themselves. This is the ideal time before adding sugar.
  3. Add Sugar and Vanilla, Build to Stiff Peaks: Add the sifted powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the soft-peaked cream. Beat on high speed for another 1-2 minutes until stiff peaks form and the mixture looks glossy. The peaks should stand straight up without drooping, indicating the cream is whipped perfectly without overbeating.
  4. Fold in Banana Pudding Mix: Just before the whipped cream reaches ultra-stiff peaks, sprinkle the banana pudding mix over the surface. Reduce the mixer to low speed and mix only 15-20 seconds until the pudding powder is barely incorporated and the texture remains light and fluffy. Stop mixing immediately to avoid deflating the frosting. Gently scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl with a spatula and fold the mixture until the pudding color is evenly distributed, maintaining an airy consistency.

Notes

  • Use heavy whipping cream for the best stability and fluffiness; regular whipping cream works but avoid half-and-half or light cream.
  • If banana pudding mix is unavailable, substitute with vanilla pudding mix and fold in a mashed ripe banana, though texture may vary.
  • Powdered sugar can replace granulated sugar; start with 1/4 cup and adjust sweetness to taste due to its higher sweetness.
  • Add the pudding mix early enough to prevent the frosting from becoming grainy and avoid mixing on high speed after adding it to prevent separation.
  • Scrape the bowl sides and bottom well to prevent lumps of dry pudding mix.
  • Do not overmix after everything is combined to preserve volume and fluffiness.
  • Store frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; rewhip briefly before use to restore texture.
  • Do not freeze as the cream can separate and become grainy.
  • Let chilled frosting sit out for 10 minutes and stir gently if too stiff for spreading.

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