Banana Milkshake Cupcakes (Print Version)
Ripe banana cupcakes with creamy milkshake-inspired frosting and playful garnishes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cupcakes
01 - 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
02 - ¾ cup granulated sugar
03 - 1½ teaspoons baking powder
04 - ¼ teaspoon salt
05 - ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - ½ cup whole milk
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Frosting
10 - ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
11 - 2 cups powdered sugar
12 - 2 tablespoons banana milk or regular milk
13 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
14 - 2 tablespoons mashed banana (optional)
→ Garnish
15 - Whipped cream
16 - Maraschino cherries
17 - Colorful straws for decoration
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
02 - Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl; set aside.
03 - Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add mashed bananas and mix until combined.
04 - Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to banana mixture, alternating with milk; mix just until combined.
06 - Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
07 - Bake for 16–18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. Cool completely on wire rack.
08 - Beat butter until fluffy, then add powdered sugar gradually. Mix in banana milk or regular milk and vanilla. Blend in extra mashed banana for stronger flavor if desired.
09 - Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cupcakes. Garnish with whipped cream, maraschino cherry, and straw for milkshake look.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The texture is impossibly light while still delivering that comforting banana bread warmth we all crave
- These cupcakes capture the essence of a creamy milkshake without needing a blender or ice cream maker
02 -
- Overripe bananas with plenty of brown spots are non-negotiable for that authentic banana milkshake flavor
- Room temperature ingredients prevent the batter from curdling and ensure even baking
03 -
- Fold mini chocolate chips into the batter for a banana split variation that drives everyone crazy
- Chill your frosted cupcakes for 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together