🧁 Strawberry Banana Pudding Cheesecake Cups 🍓✨

Mini layered cheesecake cups with creamy filling, fresh fruit, and a crunchy graham base.

Ingredients

Crust Layer

• 1 cup finely crushed graham cracker crumbs
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Creamy Filling

• 1 block full-fat cream cheese
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 box instant French vanilla pudding mix
• 1 cup cold whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• Pinch of fine sea salt

Fruit & Topping Layers

• 2 medium bananas, sliced (≈1½ cups)
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, diced (reserve 6 whole for garnish)
• 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip or similar)
• Extra graham cracker crumbs, for sprinkling
• Optional: drizzle of caramel or chocolate syrup

Instructions

1. Prepare Crust: Mix crumbs and butter. Divide among 6 cups (8–10 oz). Press firmly. Chill.
2. Make Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth (1 min). Add condensed milk; beat glossy (2 min). Whisk in pudding mix, milk, vanilla, and salt. Mix 2 min until thick. Rest 5 min.
3. Layer Cups: • Layer 1: 2 tbsp filling over crust • Layer 2: 2–3 banana slices • Layer 3: 2 tbsp diced strawberries • Layer 4: 2 tbsp filling, spread gently
4. Finish & Chill: Top with whipped cream, sprinkle crumbs, and garnish with whole strawberry. Cover lightly. Chill ≥1 hr.
5. Serve: Serve chilled. Rest 5 min at room temp before serving for best texture.

Details

• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Chill Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: ~1 hr 25 min
• Yield: 6 cups
• Kcal: ~260 per cup

✨ A fruity, creamy cheesecake cup layered with bananas, strawberries, and pudding—perfect for parties or summer treats!