🍌🍫 Chocolate-Covered Banana Pudding Stuffed Puffs 🍮
If you love the creamy comfort of banana pudding and the crispy flakiness of puff pastry, then you’re in for a treat! These Chocolate-Covered Banana Pudding Stuffed Puffs combine the best of both worlds — silky banana pudding tucked inside golden, crispy puff pastry squares, all dipped in rich chocolate for an irresistible bite-sized dessert. Perfect for parties, special occasions, or just a sweet indulgence anytime.
🧾 Ingredients
For the Pastry:
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
1 egg (for egg wash)
For the Filling:
1 cup prepared banana pudding (homemade or store-bought)
1 ripe banana, thinly sliced (optional for extra banana flavor)
For the Coating:
1 cup semisweet or milk chocolate chips
1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable oil (to thin the chocolate for dipping)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Puff Pastry
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet slightly.
Cut the pastry into 12 equal squares (about 3×3 inches).
2. Fill the Pastry
Place about 1 tablespoon of banana pudding in the center of half the squares.
If you want extra banana flavor, add a few thin slices of banana on top of the pudding.
Lightly brush the edges of each filled square with egg wash (beaten egg).
Place an unfilled square on top of each filled square and gently press the edges to seal, crimping with a fork if desired.
3. Bake the Puffs
Transfer the stuffed puffs to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Brush the tops with egg wash for a beautiful golden finish.
Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the puff pastry is puffed and golden brown.
Let cool completely on a wire rack.
4. Prepare the Chocolate Coating
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
Allow the chocolate to cool slightly but still remain liquid.
5. Dip and Chill
Dip each cooled puff into the melted chocolate, coating about 2/3 of the pastry.
Place the dipped puffs on parchment paper to set.
Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes or until the chocolate hardens.
💡 Tips & Variations
Banana Pudding: For a homemade touch, make your own banana pudding using vanilla pudding mix and mashed bananas.
Chocolate Options: Use white chocolate or dark chocolate for the coating to switch up the flavor.
Nuts or Sprinkles: After dipping in chocolate, sprinkle crushed nuts, toasted coconut, or colorful sprinkles on top before the chocolate sets for added texture and fun.
Make Ahead: Prepare and bake the puffs ahead of time, then dip in chocolate just before serving to keep them crisp.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
Serve these puffs chilled or at room temperature as a delightful party appetizer or a bite-sized dessert at your next gathering. They pair wonderfully with a cup of coffee or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
🏖 Final Thoughts
These Chocolate-Covered Banana Pudding Stuffed Puffs deliver creamy, crunchy, and chocolaty layers in every bite — making them a perfect indulgence for banana lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike. Try them out for your next special occasion or whenever you want to impress with an easy yet elegant treat!