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Mini banana mousse cheesecakes with vanilla wafer crust
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Mini Banana Mousse Cheesecakes

These Mini Banana Mousse Cheesecakes feature a buttery vanilla wafer crust, creamy banana cheesecake filling, and fluffy banana mousse topping for the perfect individual dessert. They’re rich, smooth, and ideal for parties, brunches, holidays, or make-ahead treats.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 mini cheesecakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 ripe banana, mashed
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • banana slices for garnish (optional)
  • crushed vanilla wafers for garnish (optional)
  • whipped cream for garnish (optional)
  • caramel drizzle for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • cupcake liners
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • rubber spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  2. In a small bowl, combine vanilla wafer crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of each liner.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add mashed bananas, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream. Mix until fully combined.
  4. Divide the cheesecake filling evenly among the muffin cups.
  5. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until centers are just set. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. For the mousse topping, whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Fold in mashed banana and lemon juice gently.
  7. Spoon or pipe the banana mousse onto each mini cheesecake.
  8. Garnish with banana slices, crushed wafers, or whipped cream before serving.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for the best sweetness and texture. Chill the cheesecakes completely before adding the mousse topping for cleaner layers. Add banana garnishes just before serving to prevent browning. A splash of lemon juice helps keep the mousse fresh and bright.