These Mini Banana Pudding Cheesecakes marry the creamy richness of classic cheesecake with the nostalgic comfort of banana pudding. A buttery vanillaâwafer crumb crust supports a tangy, smooth creamâcheese filling, all crowned by layers of silky vanilla pudding, ripe banana slices, and a dollop of sweet whipped cream. Each bite delivers contrasting texturesâcrisp crust, luscious filling, tender bananaâand flavors that evoke Southernâstyle banana pudding in an elegant individual dessert. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a special weeknight treat, these biteâsized delights are as charming to serve as they are irresistible to eat.
Preparation, Cook, and Total Times
Preparation Time: 30 minutes (including crust, filling, and pudding prep)
Bake Time: 18 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours (for setting)
Total Time: Approximately 5 hours
Yield
Makes 12 mini cheesecakes (using a standard 12âcup muffin tin).
Cuisine
American dessert, inspired by Southern banana pudding and New Yorkâstyle cheesecake traditions.
Full List of Ingredients
For the Crust:
150 g (about 1½ cups) vanillaâwafer crumbs (â20 cookies, crushed)
50 g (Âź cup) unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
340 g (12 oz) cream cheese, room temperature
110 g (½ cup) granulated sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
60 g (Âź cup) sour cream, room temperature
For the Banana Pudding Layer:
1 package (3.4 oz/96 g) instant vanilla pudding mix
480 ml (2 cups) cold whole milk
2 tbsp granulated sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
For the Toppings:
2 ripe bananas, sliced into Âź cm rounds
120 ml (½ cup) heavy whipping cream, chilled
2 tbsp powdered (icing) sugar
Additional vanilla wafers or banana chips, for garnish
Fresh mint leaves (optional)
StepâbyâStep Cooking Directions
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