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Mini Banana Pudding Cheesecakes
Kathyhilton

Mini Banana Pudding Cheesecakes

These Mini Banana Pudding Cheesecakes are the perfect handheld dessert for banana lovers! They feature a buttery vanilla wafer crust, creamy banana-infused cheesecake filling, and are topped with fluffy whipped cream, fresh banana slices, and a crunchy vanilla wafer. They combine all the flavor of classic banana pudding with the decadence of cheesecake in bite-sized form — perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime treats.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 248

Ingredients
  

  • Vanilla Wafer Crust
  • 1 cup 134g vanilla wafer cookie crumbs
  • 2 tbsp 26g granulated sugar
  • 4 tbsp 56g unsalted butter, melted
  • Banana Cheesecake Filling
  • 12 oz 339g cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup 104g sugar
  • 3 tbsp 24g all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup 58g sour cream
  • 1/4 cup lightly mashed bananas
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • Banana slices for layering
  • Whipped Cream Topping
  • 3/4 cup 180ml heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 6 tbsp 44g powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Banana slices and vanilla wafers for garnish

Equipment

  • Standard cupcake/muffin pan
  • Cupcake liners
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer (hand or stand)
  • Rubber spatula
  • Food processor (for cookie crumbs, optional)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Piping bag (for whipped cream, optional)

Method
 

  1. Make the Crust:
  2. Preheat oven to 325°F (162°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  3. In a bowl, mix vanilla wafer crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
  4. Press about 2 tablespoons of crust mixture into each cupcake liner.
  5. Bake for 5 minutes. Remove and let cool while preparing filling.
  6. Make the Filling:
  7. Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (148°C).
  8. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and flour on low speed until smooth. Scrape bowl.
  9. Add sour cream and mashed bananas; beat until combined.
  10. Add vanilla extract and one egg; mix slowly until almost combined.
  11. Add the second egg and mix until fully incorporated.
  12. Assemble and Bake:
  13. Spoon a bit of cheesecake filling into each liner.
  14. Place 1–2 banana slices on top of the filling.
  15. Fill each liner almost to the top with more cheesecake mixture.
  16. Bake for 18–20 minutes, then turn off oven and leave the door closed for 5 minutes.
  17. Crack oven door and let cheesecakes cool for 15–20 minutes.
  18. Transfer to the fridge to chill completely (at least 2 hours or overnight).
  19. Topping:
  20. Beat cold whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  21. Pipe whipped cream onto each cheesecake.
  22. Garnish with a banana slice and vanilla wafer.

Notes

  • Best served cold and within 2–3 days.
  • Cover well to keep them fresh.
  • You can add banana extract for more intense banana flavor.
  • For a firmer crust, chill it before baking.
  • Use ripe bananas for best flavor and natural sweetness.