Banana Cream Crunch Donuts

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Banana Cream Crunch Donuts

Banana Cream Crunch Donuts are the ultimate no-bake dessert upgrade — soft glazed donuts stacked with silky banana cream, fresh banana slices, and a buttery cookie crumble. They taste like a bakery-style banana cream pie but take only minutes to assemble. This recipe is perfect for easy dessert ideas, no-bake sweets, and quick donut toppings, making it a favorite for readers looking for fast, indulgent treats.

Yield: 6 loaded donuts
Temp: No baking needed
Time: 20 minutes

Key Ingredients First:

  • Prepared glazed donuts
  • Banana pudding or banana pastry cream
  • Fresh bananas
  • Cookie crumble

Ingredients

  • 6 glazed donuts (store-bought or bakery-style)
  • 1 cup banana pudding or vanilla pudding
  • ½ cup whipped topping or whipped cream
  • 2 fresh bananas, sliced
  • 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers or butter cookies
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional toppings: caramel drizzle, extra whipped cream, or toasted coconut

Instructions

  1. Make the Banana Cream
    Mix banana pudding with whipped topping until smooth and fluffy. This creates the silky pie-style filling loved in banana cream desserts and easy no-bake recipes.
  2. Prepare the Cookie Crunch
    Combine crushed vanilla wafers with melted butter. Stir until crumbly and golden. This adds texture and gives each donut that classic banana-cream-pie crunch.
  3. Top the Donuts
    Spread or pipe a generous layer of banana cream on top of each glazed donut.
  4. Add Fresh Bananas
    Lay a few banana slices over the cream. Fresh fruit adds sweetness and makes the donuts feel like a premium bakery treat.
  5. Finish With Crunch
    Sprinkle the buttery cookie crumble over each donut. Add caramel drizzle or extra whipped cream if you want an ultra-decadent finish.
  6. Serve Immediately
    These donuts are best enjoyed fresh, with the cream soft and the crumble crunchy.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve as a fun brunch treat or party dessert.
  • Add chocolate chips or a drizzle of ganache for a banana-split twist.
  • Slice each donut in half to make bite-size dessert sandwiches.

Readers searching for donut topping ideas, banana cream desserts, and quick sweet treats will love this recipe.

Tips

  • Assemble right before serving to keep the bananas fresh.
  • Use cold pudding for the best texture.
  • Toast your cookie crumbs lightly for extra flavor.
  • Try strawberry slices instead of banana for a fruity variation.

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