No Bake Banana Pudding Cheesecake Cups (Print)

Creamy layers of banana pudding and cheesecake in individual cups with fresh bananas and crunchy wafer crumbs.

# What You Need:

→ Crust

01 - 1 cup vanilla wafer cookies, crushed
02 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

→ Cheesecake Filling

03 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
06 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold

→ Banana Pudding Layer

07 - 1 package (3.4 oz) instant banana pudding mix
08 - 1 1/4 cups cold whole milk
09 - 2 ripe bananas, sliced

→ Topping

10 - Additional vanilla wafer crumbs
11 - Fresh banana slices
12 - Whipped cream (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Combine crushed vanilla wafers and melted butter in a small bowl, mixing until evenly moistened. Distribute approximately 2 tablespoons into the bottom of each serving cup and press lightly to form a compact crust layer.
02 - Beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl using a hand mixer until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
03 - In a separate chilled bowl, whip cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated and no white streaks remain.
04 - Whisk together instant banana pudding mix and cold milk in a clean bowl for 2 minutes until mixture begins to thicken significantly.
05 - Layer half of the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust in each cup, smoothing the top with a spoon or small spatula.
06 - Arrange a layer of fresh sliced bananas evenly over the cheesecake filling in each cup.
07 - Spoon prepared banana pudding over the banana slices, dividing the pudding mixture evenly among all serving cups.
08 - Top each cup with the remaining cheesecake mixture, spreading smoothly to create an even surface.
09 - Sprinkle each cup generously with additional vanilla wafer crumbs, arrange fresh banana slices on top, and add a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
10 - Cover cups tightly with plastic wrap or lids and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and layers to set properly before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • No oven required means these come together in under 30 minutes of active time
  • Individual portions make everyone feel like they're getting their own special dessert
  • The texture contrast between creamy layers and crunchy crumbs is absolutely addictive
02 -
  • Cold heavy cream whips faster and holds its shape better, so pop it in the freezer for 10 minutes before whipping
  • Let the pudding layer set for at least 5 minutes before spooning it into the cups, or it will mix with the cheesecake layer
  • Bananas brown quickly—toss slices in a teaspoon of lemon juice before the final garnish if making ahead
03 -
  • For an adult version, add 1 tablespoon of banana liqueur to the pudding mix before whisking
  • Toasting the vanilla wafer crumbs in a dry pan for 2 minutes adds an incredible nutty flavor

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