Description
These Banana Strawberry Pudding Cheesecake Cups combine a crunchy graham cracker crust with a creamy banana pudding cheesecake filling, topped with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. Perfect as an easy no-bake dessert that sets in the refrigerator, offering a delightful blend of fruity flavors and rich textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Filling
- 1 package instant banana pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- Whipped cream, for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a small bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until the crumbs are fully coated. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of individual serving cups to create an even crust layer.
- Make the banana pudding: In another bowl, whisk the instant banana pudding mix with cold milk until the mixture is smooth and thickened, then set it aside to begin setting.
- Create the cream cheese mixture: In a separate mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Combine pudding and cream cheese: Gently fold the banana pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture, mixing until well combined but keeping the texture light and fluffy.
- Assemble the cups: Spoon the combined cheesecake-pudding mixture over the prepared graham cracker crust in each individual serving cup, spreading evenly.
- Add the topping: Top each cup with sliced strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream for added freshness and sweetness.
- Chill the dessert: Refrigerate the assembled cups for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use cold milk to ensure the pudding mix thickens properly.
- Softened cream cheese should be at room temperature to blend smoothly without lumps.
- You can substitute fresh banana slices for strawberry topping if preferred.
- Whipped cream can be homemade or store-bought based on convenience.
- Refrigerate leftovers and consume within 2 days for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
