Description
These No-Bake Banana Pudding Easter Truffles are a fun and easy dessert that combines the creamy flavor of banana pudding with a crunchy vanilla wafer crust, all wrapped in a colorful chocolate coating.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups Vanilla wafers, crushed into fine crumbs (Can substitute with graham crackers or shortbread cookies.)
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened (Full fat for creaminess; dairy-free option available.)
- 1 pkg Instant banana pudding mix (Use dry powder, not prepared.)
- 2 tbsp Milk (Just a splash to help the mix blend smoothly.)
- 12 oz White chocolate or vanilla candy melts for coating (Can use milk chocolate for a different flavor.)
Optional Add-Ins
- 1/2 cup Banana chips, crushed (For added crunch.)
- a pinch Salt (Enhances sweetness.)
- 1 drop Banana extract (Optional for enhanced banana flavor.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Crush the wafers into fine crumbs using a food processor or a zip top bag and rolling pin.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the softened cream cheese, instant banana pudding mix, and milk until well combined.
- Add the wafer crumbs to the cream cheese mixture and mix until it resembles thick cookie dough. If sticky, chill for 20-30 minutes.
Shaping the Truffles
- Scoop the mixture into small balls, rolling them between your palms, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the truffles in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or freeze for about 15 minutes.
Coating and Decorating
- Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each truffle in the melted chocolate, tapping off the excess, then return to the parchment to set.
- Sprinkle with decorations before the chocolate hardens.
Notes
For the best results, chill at multiple stages, do not overheat the chocolate, and add decorations quickly. These truffles can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Sweet Treat
- Cuisine: American, Easter