✨ A Short, Perfect Introduction
These Mini Banana Pudding Cheesecakes are as dreamy as they look — with a crunchy vanilla wafer crust, creamy banana-infused cheesecake filling, and a fluffy whipped topping crowned with a banana slice. 🍌✨ They’re the perfect bite-sized treat for parties, showers, or just indulging your sweet tooth without guilt!
📋 Prep Time: 15 minutes
❄️ Chill Time: 4 hours
⏱️ Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 12 mini cheesecakes
🔥 Calories per Serving: 210 kcal
🛒 Ingredients
➤ For the Crust:
- 🍪 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers
- 🧈 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
➤ For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 🧀 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 🍌 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana
- 🍬 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 🍦 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 🍶 1/2 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
➤ For the Topping:
- 🍦 Extra whipped cream
- 🍌 Banana slices
- 🍪 Crushed vanilla wafers (for garnish, optional)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Crust:
Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. In a bowl, mix crushed vanilla wafers 🍪 and melted butter 🧈 until sandy. Press about 1 tablespoon into each liner. Chill while preparing the filling.
2️⃣ Make the Filling:
In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese 🧀 and sugar 🍬 until smooth. Add mashed banana 🍌 and vanilla extract 🍦 and beat until fully incorporated. Fold in whipped topping 🍶 gently until fluffy.
3️⃣ Fill the Cups:
Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly over the crusts and smooth the tops. Cover with plastic wrap.
4️⃣ Chill to Set:
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until fully set and firm. ❄️
5️⃣ Top and Serve:
Before serving, top with a swirl of whipped cream 🍦, a banana slice 🍌, and crushed wafers 🍪 if desired.
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No baking required — just chill and enjoy! ❄️
- Creamy, fruity, and full of banana pudding flavor 🍌
- Perfect individual portions for easy serving 🎯
- Crowd-pleasing, kid-friendly, and elegant enough for events! 💛
🔥 Helpful Tips
- Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and smooth texture 🍌
- Add a little lemon juice to your banana to prevent browning 🍋
- Want a firmer texture? Add 1/2 tsp gelatin to the warm banana mixture before folding in
- Best served cold — store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days!