Banana Cream Filling
A forgiving and creamy banana filling made with ripe bananas, cream cheese, and whipped cream, perfect for cakes, pancakes, or as a standalone dessert.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 whole ripe bananas, mashed Riper is sweeter and more aromatic.
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Leave out to soften before use.
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar Smooth and quickly dissolves.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure vanilla is recommended.
- 1/2 cup heavy cream Whipped to stiff peaks.
Instructions
Preparation
- Let cream cheese sit out for 30–60 minutes to soften.
- Mash the bananas in a bowl until mostly smooth yet some chunks remain for texture.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla, then beat until combined.
- Fold in the mashed bananas gently using a spatula to maintain a good texture.
- In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the banana-cream cheese mixture until just combined.
- Taste and adjust if needed.
Serving Suggestions
- Use the filling between cake layers, as frosting, or spooned into parfaits.
- Chill briefly before serving if needed.
Notes
Leftovers keep well in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be made a day in advance.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
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