Banana Cream Pie Pudding Shots

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Banana Cream Pie Pudding Shots

If you love banana cream pie, you’re going to flip over these Banana Cream Pie Pudding Shots. They’re rich, creamy, and packed with all the nostalgic flavor of your favorite Southern dessert—only with a grown-up twist. Made with banana cream instant pudding, whipped cream vodka, and topped with crushed vanilla wafers and whipped topping, these pudding shots taste like banana cream pie in a cup.

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Perfect for BBQs, parties, holidays, or girls’ night, these boozy mini desserts are fun, flavorful, and ridiculously easy to make. You can serve them in plastic shot cups or go all out with mini dessert jars for that “wow” factor.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

  • 1 (3.4 oz) box instant banana cream pudding
  • 3/4 cup cold milk
  • 1/2 cup whipped cream vodka (like Pinnacle or Smirnoff)
  • 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip or any non-dairy whipped topping)
  • Crushed Nilla wafers (or graham cracker crumbs)
  • Extra whipped topping for garnish
  • Optional: banana slices, caramel drizzle, or mini Nilla wafers for topping
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How to Make Banana Cream Pie Pudding Shots

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together banana cream pudding mix and cold milk until slightly thickened (about 2 minutes).
  2. Stir in the whipped cream vodka until fully combined and smooth.
  3. Fold in the whipped topping gently until fluffy and creamy.
  4. Spoon or pipe the pudding mixture into 2 oz plastic shot cups or mini dessert jars.
  5. Top each shot with crushed vanilla wafers or graham cracker crumbs to mimic a pie crust.
  6. Add a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with banana slices or a mini Nilla wafer if desired.
  7. Chill for 2 hours or more until firm and set.

Tips to Make Them Taste Like Real Banana Cream Pie

  • Use banana cream pudding over banana-flavored gelatin—this keeps it rich and creamy like pie filling.
  • The whipped cream vodka brings that soft, airy, whipped topping flavor without overpowering the banana.
  • Crushed vanilla wafers add a crunchy “crust” element—try pressing a spoonful into the bottom of each cup for layers.
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Make Ahead Tips

These are perfect for prepping ahead of a party! You can make them up to 24 hours in advance, then just garnish right before serving. Store covered in the fridge.

Variation Ideas

  • Make it boozier: Add a splash of banana liqueur or crème de banana along with the whipped vodka.
  • Coconut twist: Mix in a little coconut cream pudding for a tropical banana coconut pie vibe.
  • Chocolate lovers: Swirl in a few spoonfuls of chocolate syrup before chilling.
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These banana cream pie pudding shots make the perfect summer BBQ treat, bridal shower dessert, or boozy birthday surprise. Line them up on a tray, add cocktail spoons, and you’ve got an unforgettable treat in minutes.

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