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If you’re looking for a creamy, boozy party treat that’s fun to make and even more fun to eat, these banana cream pie shots are the perfect choice. Made with banana-flavored rum, vanilla pudding and whipped topping, these mini desserts pack all the nostalgic flavor of classic banana cream pie into a single bite. Each one is nestled in a crisp mini pie crust and topped with banana slices or whipped cream for extra flair. They’re quick, tasty and totally sharable.
These banana cream pie shots blend pudding, banana rum and whipped topping in mini pie crusts. They’re cute, fun, creamy, and absolutely perfect for parties.
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Why You’ll Love It
Boozy and fun: Banana-flavored rum gives these pie shots a grown-up twist.
Mini and easy to share: Bite-sized treats are ideal for parties or gatherings.
Fast to make: The crusts bake quickly and the filling comes together in minutes.
Light and creamy: The combination of pudding, cream and banana is smooth and fluffy.
Banana Cream Pie Shot Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Refrigerated pie crusts: Used for quick, flaky mini pie shells.
All-purpose flour: Prevents sticking while rolling the dough.
Instant vanilla pudding mix: The base of the smooth, creamy filling.
Whipping cream: Adds richness and helps the pudding thicken.
Banana-flavored rum: Brings sweet, fruity flavor and a boozy kick.
Ripe banana: Adds real banana flavor and extra creaminess.
Whipped topping: Lightens the filling and gives it a fluffy texture.
Whipped cream: Optional topping for a soft, creamy finish.
Banana slices: Optional garnish for freshness and presentation.
How to Make these Adult Dessert Cocktail Shots
For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.
Make the crusts: Roll out and cut pie dough into circles. Press into muffin wells and bake until golden, then let cool.
Make the filling: Whisk pudding mix, cream and banana rum until thick. Stir in mashed banana and fold in whipped topping.
Assemble the shots: Spoon the filling into cooled crusts.
Add toppings: Garnish with whipped cream and banana slices if liked.
Substitutions and Variations
Use cookie crusts: Graham cracker or vanilla wafer crusts work well as alternatives.
Try a different rum: Coconut or vanilla rum gives a tasty twist.
Make it alcohol-free: Substitute milk for rum to make a kid-friendly version.
Serving Suggestions
With party snacks: Enjoy nibbles like mini pizza bagel bites, this creamy roasted red pepper dip and everything bagel beer dogs.
With a cocktail: Whip up your favorite cocktail to pair with these banana cream pie shots, perhaps a lavender lemon drop martini or a gingerbread latte rum cocktail.
How to Store Cream Pie Shots with Banana
Store: Although this banana liqueur shot recipe will keep for a couple in an airtight container in the refrigerator, it’s best served the same day. Because banana turns a bit brown when exposed to the air, the filling in these creamy shots with rum might turn a little brown but they’ll still taste great.
Freeze: I don’t recommend freezing these.
Top Tips
Cool the crusts completely: Filling warm crusts can make the cream soggy.
Use very ripe bananas: They mash easily and give more natural flavor. Save the only-just-ripe ones for the garnish.
Chill before serving: Letting them sit in the fridge helps the filling set and flavors blend.
Banana Cream Pie Shots FAQs
Yes, just roll and cut it the same way to fit the muffin pan.
No, you can use any rum or omit it entirely for a non-alcoholic version.
Try it over cubes of pound cake to make a kind of trifle, then serve whipped cream on top. It would also be nice as a crepe filling or pancake topping.
Best Banana Cream Pie Pudding Shots Recipe
Banana Cream Pie Shots
Equipment
- Muffin Pan 12-Hole
- Rolling Pan
- Gingerbread Man Cookie Cutter 3 ¼-Inch Round
- ^^^ NOT GINGERBREAD MAN
Ingredients
For the Mini Pie Crusts
- 1 Box refrigerated pie crusts, each box contains 2 crusts
- all purpose flour, for dusting
- nonstick cooking spray
For the Filling
- 1 Box instant pudding, vanilla
- ½ Cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 Cup rum, chilled, banana flavor
- 1 banana, ripe, mashed with a fork
- 1 Tub whipped topping, thawed
For Topping
- whipped cream
- banana slices
Instructions
Make the Mini Pie Crusts
- Remove pie crusts from refrigerator and allow them to sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes so crusts become pliable.
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Spray a 12 well muffin pan with non-stick spray.
- Dust the work surface with flour and carefully unroll pie crust onto the dusted surface. Mend any creases or cracks that may have developed while unrolling the crust with your fingers.
- Using a rolling pin, roll out pie crust wide enough to make 12 cut-outs with a 3 ¼-inch circle cookie cutter (about 13½ inches from edge to edge). If you don’t have a round cookie cutter, you can use the rim of a glass around the same size.
- Cut out 12 circles from each of the 2 pie crusts contained in the box.
- Gently push each pie crust circle into the 12 wells of the muffin pan. Using a fork, dock (poke holes in) the bottoms of each crust so that they will bake flat. Spray each with more non-stick spray.
- Bake for 8 minutes or until golden brown. When cool enough to handle, remove crusts from muffin wells and allow them to finish cooling.
Make the Filling
- In a medium bowl, whisk together pudding mix, cold heavy whipping cream, and chilled banana rum. Continue whisking for about 2 minutes until fully incorporated and thickened.
- Stir in mashed banana. Using a spatula, fold in whipped topping.
Assemble the Banana Cream Pie Shots
- Spoon about 3 tablespoons of mixture into each of the pie crusts. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- If you’d like, just before serving, add a dollop of whipped cream and a half-slice of banana.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas: They mash easily and give more natural flavor. Save the only-just-ripe ones for the garnish.
Chill before serving: Letting them sit in the fridge helps the filling set and flavors blend.
Nutrition
These banana cream pie shots are a creamy, bite-sized twist on a classic dessert. They’re simple to prep, easy to customize and perfect for entertaining. With banana-flavored rum, vanilla pudding and a flaky mini crust, each one delivers big flavor in a small package. Whether you’re hosting a party, making treats for friends or just want a fun no-fuss dessert, these little pie shots are sure to impress.
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Bella Bucchiotti is a Canadian-based syndicated food, travel, and lifestyle writer, photographer, and creator at xoxoBella. She founded xoxoBella in 2015, where she shares her love for food, dogs, sustainability, fitness, crafts, outdoor adventures, travel, and philanthropy to encourage others to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places, and stand for a cause. Bella creates stress-free and family-friendly recipes for weeknight dinners and festive feasts.
I made the banana cream pie rum pudding shots, and they were such a fun twist on traditional dessert! Creamy, sweet, and a big hit with friends.
These look so good and unique!