If you love the creamy, comforting flavors of banana pudding, you’re going to adore these Banana Pudding Cookies! These soft, chewy cookies are packed with banana flavor, studded with vanilla wafer crumbs, and topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze. Perfect for dessert lovers, cookie enthusiasts, or anyone with a sweet tooth, these cookies are a delightful way to enjoy the taste of banana pudding in bite-sized form. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Why You’ll Love These Banana Pudding Cookies
Banana Pudding in Cookie Form: All the flavors you love, but portable and easy to share!
Soft and Chewy: These cookies have the perfect texture—soft in the center with a slightly crisp edge.
Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and straightforward steps make this recipe beginner-friendly.
Crowd-Pleasing: Perfect for parties, potlucks, or just treating yourself.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s what you’ll need to make these delicious cookies:
For the Cookies:
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1 medium banana)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
1 cup crushed vanilla wafers
For the Glaze:
4 oz cream cheese (softened)
1 cup powdered sugar
1-2 tbsp milk (as needed for consistency)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Toppings:
Additional crushed vanilla wafers
Sliced bananas (for garnish)