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Banana Split Cupcakes

Banana Split Cupcakes
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Indulge in the delightful taste of Banana Split Cupcakes, where the classic flavors of a beloved dessert are transformed into a fun and festive treat! These moist banana cupcakes are topped with creamy vanilla buttercream frosting, a luscious chocolate ganache drizzle, and finished with colorful sprinkles and a cherry on top. Perfect for any occasion—from birthday parties to casual family gatherings—these cupcakes are sure to steal the spotlight and bring joy to everyone who enjoys them. With easy preparation steps, you’ll have these sweet delights ready to share in no time!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup milk (room temperature)
  • 1 egg (room temperature)
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ⅔ cup mashed banana (overripe)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • rainbow sprinkles
  • maraschino cherries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix milk, egg, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and mashed banana until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool completely before frosting.
  7. Beat butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar, then vanilla extract, salt, and heavy cream for desired consistency.
  8. Melt chocolate chips and heavy cream over low heat for ganache; let cool slightly before drizzling.
  9. Frost cooled cupcakes with buttercream frosting; drizzle with ganache and top with sprinkles and cherries.

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