If you are looking for the ultimate dessert mashup, these Crumbl-inspired Banoffee Pie Cookies are about to become your new obsession. Combining the buttery, salty crunch of a classic English Banoffee pie with a thick, chewy graham cracker cookie base, this recipe is a total showstopper. We’ve layered rich, gooey caramel over a graham-infused cookie, topped it with a silky banana pudding mousse, and finished it off with fresh whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
This recipe is perfect for anyone who loves high-end, viral-style treats but wants to skip the long bakery lines. Whether you’re a professional baker or just looking to impress at your next gathering, these cookies offer a complex profile of flavors—from the tropical sweetness of banana to the deep, toasted notes of the graham cracker—that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
• The Perfect Texture: You get a buttery, “pie crust” style cookie base that is sturdy enough to hold all those decadent toppings.
• Viral Appeal: These are huge, beautiful, and absolutely “Instagrammable,” matching the bubbly and elevated aesthetic of the best boutique bakeries.
• Better Than Crumbl: By making these at home, you control the freshness and can use high-quality ingredients like real banana cream and homemade whipped cream.
The Ingredients
Graham Cookie Base
- All-Purpose Flour: 2 2/3 cups (335g)
- Crushed Graham Crackers: 2 cups, packed (250g)
- Unsalted Butter: 1 cup, softened (227g)
- Granulated Sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Light Brown Sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla Extract: 2 tsp
- Baking Powder: 1 tsp
- Baking Soda: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
Banana Pudding Mousse
- Banana Cream Pudding Mix: 1 box, 3.4 oz (96g)
- Cold Milk: 1/2 cup (120ml)
- Unsalted Butter: 1 cup, softened (227g)
- Powdered Sugar: 1 cup (120g)
- Vanilla (or Banana) Extract: 1 tsp
- Milk (to adjust): 4-6 tbsp
Caramel Layer & Toppings
- Soft Caramels: 30 count
- Heavy Cream: 1/3 cup (80ml)
- Whipped Cream: 1 cup heavy cream beaten with 1/4 cup powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla
- Garnish: Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Graham Base: Pulse graham crackers in a food processor until they reach a fine sand consistency.
2. Cream Butter & Sugars: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
3. Mix in Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs and vanilla, mixing until just combined.
4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Fold in the flour, graham cracker crumbs, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until a thick dough forms.
5. Bake: Scoop large balls of dough (aim for about 4.5oz for that “viral” size), flatten slightly on a parchment-lined sheet, and bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set.
6. Make the Mousse: Whisk the pudding mix with 1/2 cup milk and set aside to thicken. In a separate bowl, cream 1 cup butter and powdered sugar, then fold in the thickened pudding and extra milk until light and airy.
7. Assemble: Once cookies are cool, spread a layer of melted caramel (microwave caramels with cream until smooth) over the center. Pipe a generous ring of banana mousse over the caramel, then top with a dollop of fresh whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Tips for Success
• The Test Cookie: Always bake one test cookie first to check your oven’s timing. This ensures the center is cooked through without burning the graham cracker base.
• Cold Toppings: Ensure your banana mousse is slightly chilled before piping so it holds those beautiful ridges against the weight of the whipped cream.
• Fine Crumbs: Make sure your graham crackers are processed into a very fine meal; large chunks can cause the cookie base to crumble too easily.
Storage & Freshness
• Fridge is Best: Because of the banana mousse and whipped cream, these cookies must be stored in the refrigerator. They actually taste even better after sitting for a few hours as the flavors meld together.
• Longevity: These will stay fresh in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Pro Tip: If you’re making these ahead of time, keep the cookies and mousse separate and assemble right before serving to keep the graham base perfectly crisp.
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Banoffee Pie Cookies (Crumbl Dupe)
Ingredients
Method
- Prep the Graham Base: Pulse graham crackers in a food processor until they reach a fine sand consistency.
- Cream Butter & Sugars: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Mix in Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs and vanilla, mixing until just combined.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Fold in the flour, graham cracker crumbs, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until a thick dough forms.
- Bake: Scoop large balls of dough (aim for about 4.5oz for that "viral" size), flatten slightly on a parchment-lined sheet, and bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set.
- Make the Mousse: Whisk the pudding mix with 1/2 cup milk and set aside to thicken. In a separate bowl, cream 1 cup butter and powdered sugar, then fold in the thickened pudding and extra milk until light and airy.
- Assemble: Once cookies are cool, spread a layer of melted caramel (microwave caramels with cream until smooth) over the center. Pipe a generous ring of banana mousse over the caramel, then top with a dollop of fresh whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
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