Vegan Banana Split Cupcakes

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Vegan Banana Split Cupcakes
40 min.
12
426kcal

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Craving a delightful dessert that's both vegan and incredibly satisfying? Look no further! These Vegan Banana Split Cupcakes are a showstopper, packed with all the classic flavors of a banana split, but in a convenient and adorable cupcake form. Imagine biting into a fluffy, moist cupcake, topped with a creamy, decadent frosting, a drizzle of rich chocolate, crunchy nuts, fresh banana slices, and a bright maraschino cherry. It's a party for your taste buds!

What makes these cupcakes so special? Well, besides being completely dairy-free, they're surprisingly easy to make. The recipe calls for readily available ingredients, and the steps are straightforward, even for novice bakers. The combination of almond milk, apple cider vinegar, and baking powder creates a perfectly tender crumb, while the coconut creamer in the frosting adds a touch of tropical richness. And let's not forget the star of the show: the banana split toppings, bringing all the fun and nostalgia of this classic dessert to your cupcake creation!

Whether you're catering to a vegan crowd, looking for a healthier dessert option, or simply want to treat yourself to something truly delicious, these Banana Split Cupcakes are sure to impress. Ready in just 40 minutes and yielding 12 servings, they're perfect for parties, potlucks, or any occasion where a sweet treat is needed. So, gather your equipment, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake these wonderfully delicious and stunning cupcakes!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon apple cider vinegar 
  • 0.8 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • large banana sliced
  • 0.3 cup canola oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon caramel extract 
  • 0.3 cup so delicious dairy free vanilla coconut creamer french
  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  • 0.5 cup non-hydrogenated dairy-free margarine 
  • 0.5 cup non-hydrogenated dairy-free shortening 
  • cup so delicious dairy free vanilla almond plus almondmilk 
  • 0.5 cup chocolate chips dark melted
  • 1.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 12  maraschino cherries 
  • 3.5 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • 0.3  to) chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • toothpicks
  • spatula
  • muffin liners
  • measuring cup
  • muffin tray
  • pastry bag

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F. Line 12 muffin tins with cupcake liners.
  2. Whisk the almond milk and vinegar in a measuring cup and set aside for a few minutes to get good and curdled.Beat together the almond milk mixture, sugar, oil, vanilla, and other extract, in a large bowl. Sift in the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, and mix until no large lumps remain.Fill the cupcake liners two-thirds of the way and bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into one of the cupcakes comes out clean.
  3. Transfer to a cooling rack and let cool completely before frosting.Beat the shortening and margarine together until well combined and fluffy.
  4. Add the sugar and beat for about 3 more minutes.
  5. Add the vanilla and the creamer and beat for another 5 to 7 minutes until fluffy. I then added India Tree Natural Decorating Colors to give my cupcakes some color, but you dont have to do this.To frost your cupcakes, use a pastry bag or spatula.
  6. Drizzle the frosting with melted chocolate, sprinkle on the chopped nuts, top with sliced bananas, and finish each cupcake with a cherry on top!

Nutrition Facts

Calories426kcal
Protein2.79%
Fat32.61%
Carbs64.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.31
Glycemic Load
17.59
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.6504347739012%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:426.3kcal
21.31%
Fat:15.5g
23.85%
Saturated Fat:4.31g
26.91%
Carbohydrates:69.1g
23.03%
Net Carbohydrates:67.88g
24.68%
Sugar:53.91g
59.9%
Cholesterol:0.08mg
0.03%
Sodium:254.5mg
11.07%
Alcohol:0.4g
100%
Alcohol %:0.37%
100%
Protein:2.99g
5.97%
Vitamin E:3.79mg
25.29%
Vitamin K:10.41µg
9.92%
Vitamin A:485.86IU
9.72%
Vitamin B3:1.9mg
9.5%
Folate:37.15µg
9.29%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.12%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.79%
Calcium:84.84mg
8.48%
Selenium:5.93µg
8.48%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.93%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.33%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.67%
Iron:0.96mg
5.34%
Fiber:1.22g
4.9%
Copper:0.09mg
4.52%
Potassium:150.76mg
4.31%
Vitamin C:3.15mg
3.82%
Phosphorus:32.55mg
3.25%
Zinc:0.47mg
3.1%
Vitamin D:0.35µg
2.36%
Magnesium:9.18mg
2.29%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.55%