Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Cupcake Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the milk, egg, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and mashed banana until smooth. Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until just mixed.
- Distribute the cupcake batter evenly into the lined pan, filling each liner about three-quarters full. Bake for about 20 minutes or until the tops spring back.
- Once baked, let the cupcakes cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a large bowl, whip room temperature unsalted butter until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes. Gradually add the powdered sugar and heavy cream, mixing until smooth. Optionally add vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- To make the ganache, place semisweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl with heavy cream. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, and heat in 15-second intervals until smooth.
- Use a piping bag fitted with a Wilton 1M tip to swirl the buttercream frosting on each cupcake. Chill the frosted cupcakes for 30 minutes, then drizzle the ganache on top.
- Sprinkle with rainbow decorations and top each with a maraschino cherry.
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Notes
These Banana Split Cupcakes are quick to whip up, making them perfect for parties or family gatherings. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge, or freeze unfrosted for up to 3 months.
