Banana Pudding Easter Truffles are a fun, no-bake dessert inspired by classic banana pudding. These bite-sized treats combine vanilla wafer crumbs, cream cheese, and banana flavor, then are coated in smooth white chocolate. They’re perfect for Easter parties, spring gatherings, or as a sweet homemade gift.
⏱️ Recipe Details
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
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Chill Time: 1 hour
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Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
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Servings: 20–24 truffles
🛒 Ingredients
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2 cups vanilla wafer cookie crumbs
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 tablespoons banana pudding mix (dry)
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2 tablespoons milk
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup white chocolate chips
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1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother melting)
Optional Decorations
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Yellow or pastel sprinkles
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Crushed vanilla wafers
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Colored drizzle chocolate
🍳 Instructions
1. Make the Truffle Mixture
In a bowl, mix together:
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Vanilla wafer crumbs
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Cream cheese
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Banana pudding mix
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Milk
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Vanilla extract
Stir until a thick dough forms.
2. Shape the Truffles
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll into small balls.
Place them on a parchment-lined tray.
3. Chill
Refrigerate the truffles for 45–60 minutes so they become firm.
4. Melt the Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips with coconut oil in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
5. Coat the Truffles
Dip each chilled truffle into the melted white chocolate using a fork.
Place back on parchment paper.
6. Decorate
Before the chocolate sets, add:
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Pastel sprinkles
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Crushed vanilla wafers
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Drizzled colored chocolate
7. Chill Again
Refrigerate for 15 minutes until the coating hardens.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
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Arrange in Easter cupcake liners
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Serve on a dessert platter for Easter brunch
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Package in gift boxes for spring treats
💡 Tips & Variations
Extra banana flavor:
Add ½ teaspoon banana extract.
Chocolate version:
Dip the truffles in milk or dark chocolate.
Mini cheesecake texture:
Add 1–2 tablespoons whipped topping to the mixture.
Storage:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.