
Tiny cheesecake cups with a cookie base meet the sweet taste of banana pudding in these adorable treats. Each little bite packs a smooth, creamy filling topped with fresh banana chunks, fluffy whipped cream, and crumbled vanilla wafers. They're just right for any get-together, letting folks enjoy two favorite desserts combined into one small, tasty package.
INGREDIENTS- All-purpose flour: 1 cup, needed for the cookie bases
- Baking soda: 1/2 tsp, helps them rise
- Salt: 1/2 tsp, brings out sweetness
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup, soft for the cookie mixture
- Brown sugar: 1/2 cup, adds rich sweetness
- Granulated sugar: 1/4 cup, for extra sweet touch
- Egg: 1 large, holds everything together
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp, for cookie flavor
- Crushed vanilla wafers: 1 cup, gives cookies crunch
- Cream cheese: 8 oz, soft for the creamy center
- Powdered sugar: 1/2 cup, makes filling sweet
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp, adds taste to filling
- Whipped topping (like Cool Whip): 1 cup, makes filling fluffy
- Bananas: 1-2 ripe, cut into pieces for inside
- Additional whipped topping: for the top
- Crushed vanilla wafers: for sprinkling
- Banana chips: for finishing touch
- Step 1:
- Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and put some grease in a mini muffin tin.
- Step 2:
- Mix flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Step 3:
- In another bowl, mix butter with both sugars until they're soft and puffy.
- Step 4:
- Add the egg and vanilla, giving it a good stir.
- Step 5:
- Slowly stir dry stuff into wet stuff until mixed well. Then toss in the crushed wafers.
- Step 6:
- Put a spoonful of dough in each tin spot, pushing it down to make little cups.
- Step 7:
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until they turn a bit golden. Let them cool before taking them out.
- Step 8:
- Beat the soft cream cheese and powdered sugar in a bowl until it's nice and smooth.
- Step 9:
- Stir in vanilla extract. Then gently mix in the whipped topping.
- Step 10:
- Once the cookie cups aren't hot anymore, put some filling in each one and add banana pieces.
- Step 11:
- Top with a bit of whipped cream, some crumbled wafers, and a banana chip.
- Step 12:
- Put them in the fridge for at least an hour so all the flavors can mix together.
- These taste way better when they're cold from the fridge.
- You can keep them in the fridge for about 3 days in a sealed container.
- Try adding a few drops of banana flavoring to make the filling extra banana-y.
- Splash a bit of lemon juice on your banana slices so they won't turn brown.
Tips from Well-Known Chefs
- Chef Tip: Always pick bananas that are ripe with some spots for the strongest flavor.
- Chef Tip: A tiny sprinkle of cinnamon on top makes these taste even better.
What makes these little bites special is how they work for parties or anytime you want something sweet. They look fancy, taste amazing, and combine two favorite desserts in a way that'll get everyone asking for more.
FAQsCan I use big muffin tins instead of the small ones?
Sure thing. Just know you'll need to bake them longer and you won't get as many treats.
How do I stop the bananas from turning brown?
Just dab some lemon juice on your banana pieces before you put them on the treats.
Can I make these before my party?
Absolutely. Make them the day before and keep them cold. Just wait to add the toppings until right before everyone comes over.
