These Mini Banana Pudding Cheesecakes are a delightful combination of creamy cheesecake with the tropical sweetness of bananas, all in a convenient individual portion. Perfect for any gathering or as a sweet treat.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:22 minutes
Total Time:42 minutes plus chilling time
Yield:12 mini cheesecakes 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Crust:
1cup crushed vanilla wafers
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
16ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2cup mashed ripe banana
1/4cup sour cream
1/2cup prepared banana pudding
Toppings:
12 whole vanilla wafers
1cup whipped cream or whipped topping
Sliced bananas for garnish
Instructions
Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
Prepare the crust: Mix crushed vanilla wafers and melted butter. Press into the bottom of each liner to form the crust.
Make the filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, mashed banana, sour cream, and banana pudding.
Assemble: Place a whole vanilla wafer on top of each crust, then divide the batter among the cups.
Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes until set. Cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Serve: Top with whipped cream and banana slices before serving.
Notes
For a stronger banana flavor, use banana-flavored instant pudding mix.
Cheesecakes can be made a day ahead and stored chilled until ready to serve.