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Mini Banana Split Cheesecakes

Mini Banana Split Cheesecakes: A Joyful No-Bake Delight

Mini Banana Split Cheesecakes are a sweet, no-bake treat that combines creamy banana cheesecake with a crunchy vanilla wafer crust, perfect for spring gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Vanilla Wafers Substitute with graham cracker crumbs if desired.
  • ½ cup Butter Melted butter works best for mixing.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 1 package Cream Cheese (8 oz) Ensure it is softened for easy blending.
  • 1 cup Mashed Bananas Use ripe bananas for optimum sweetness.
  • ½ cup Sugar Adjust based on banana ripeness.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Top generously!
  • 12 Maraschino Cherries Classic garnish.
  • 1 Banana Slices Optional but recommended.
  • Chocolate, Strawberry, or Pineapple Topping Drizzle generously for a fun twist.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Food Processor
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, crush 1 cup vanilla wafers into fine crumbs. Mix with ½ cup melted butter. Spoon about 1 tablespoon into each mini cupcake liner, press firmly, and bake for 10 minutes. Cool completely.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a large bowl, beat 1 package softened cream cheese with ½ cup sugar until smooth. Gradually add in 1 cup mashed bananas, mixing until fluffy.
Fill the Cups
  1. Once the crusts have cooled, spoon the banana cheesecake filling into each cup until filled. Smooth the tops for a beautiful finish.
Chill
  1. Place filled liners in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour until firm.
Garnish
  1. Top each cheesecake with whipped cream, banana slices, and a maraschino cherry. Drizzle with your choice of topping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Choose ripe bananas for the best flavor. Soften cream cheese to avoid lumps. Customizing the crust is encouraged for different flavors. These can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

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