Description
Delight in these creamy and bite-sized Banana Pudding Truffles, combining the nostalgic flavors of vanilla wafers and banana pudding with a smooth white chocolate coating. Perfect as a sweet treat or party dessert, these no-bake truffles offer a rich, creamy texture with a subtle banana flavor and a crunchy chocolate shell.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups vanilla wafer crumbs (about 30 crushed wafers)
- ½ cup banana pudding mix (dry, instant)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Coating
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (or melting wafers)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil (or shortening, for smooth melting)
Garnish
- ¼ cup crushed vanilla wafers (optional)
Instructions
- Crush Wafers: Use a food processor or place vanilla wafers in a zip-top plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin until you achieve fine crumbs.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the vanilla wafer crumbs, dry banana pudding mix, softened cream cheese, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until smooth and fully incorporated into a cohesive dough.
- Form Balls: Scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms to create small, uniform balls.
- Chill Truffles: Lay the formed balls evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place them in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow them to firm up and become easier to dip.
- Melt Chocolate Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and coconut oil. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until the mixture is completely smooth and melted.
- Dip Truffles: Using a fork or dipping tool, carefully dip each chilled truffle into the melted white chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Let any excess chocolate drip off.
- Place and Garnish: Transfer the coated truffles back onto the parchment paper-lined tray. While the coating is still wet, sprinkle crushed vanilla wafers on top for added texture and decoration.
- Set the Truffles: Allow the chocolate coating to harden at room temperature or place the tray in the refrigerator until the truffles are firm and fully set.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy your banana pudding truffles immediately or store them in an airtight container in the fridge for later enjoyment.
Notes
- For easier rolling, chilling the dough mixture briefly beforehand may help.
- Use high-quality white chocolate for a smoother, more flavorful coating.
- The coconut oil helps the white chocolate to melt smoothly and set with a nice sheen.
- These truffles can be stored refrigerated for up to one week.
- Optional garnish with crushed vanilla wafers adds a crunchy texture contrast.
