These easy cheesecake bites are one of those recipes that feels special, but is actually so simple and nutrient-packed!
Made with banana and yogurt, they’re naturally sweetened, soft, and perfect for babies, toddlers, and easy snack prep. If your toddler has been refusing eggs or yogurt, these could be a fun change up as to how you serve them.
Why You’ll Love These Cheesecake Bites for Toddlers
- no added sugar (naturally sweetened with banana)
- made with simple, real ingredients
- soft + easy texture for babies and toddlers
- great for picky eaters who won’t eat yogurt anymore
- perfect for meal prep + grab-and-go snacks
If you're looking for a bit higher protein option, then try my baked yogurt bars that you could totally turn into muffin bites by cooking in a muffin pan!
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Ingredients You'll Need
Here's what you'll need to make these easy cheesecake bites for toddlers:
- bananas - these add natural sweetness (so no added sugar needed!) and help keep the texture soft and moist (the riper the banana, the sweeter your cheesecake bites will be)
- yogurt - this is what gives these that creamy, cheesecake-like texture! it also adds protein, fat, and calcium making these more balanced and satisfying for littles
- eggs - eggs help bind everything together and give structure
- flour - this is what turns the mixture from a soft custard into a holdable bite, it gives structure so your cheesecake bites hold together and aren’t too soft
- vanilla extract - optional but adds that warm, “dessert-like” flavor without adding sugar
See recipe card for quantities.
How to Make Your Easy Cheesecake Bites
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and line a small baking dish or mini muffin tin. Add the bananas, yogurt, eggs, flour, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl.
- Step 2: Blend or mash until completely smooth.
- Step 3: Pour into your prepared dish or scoop into muffin tin, add toppings, and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the center is set and edges are lightly golden.
- Step 4: Let cool completely, then refrigerate for 1-2 hours before slicing or serving for the best firm, cheesecake-like texture.
Hint for the Best Cheesecake Bites
Let them cool completely and chill before serving. This is what takes them from soft out of the oven to that perfect, firm “cheesecake bite” texture. Cutting them too early could lead to softer, more custardy pieces!
Substitutions
These cheesecake bites for toddlers are naturally gluten-free if using oat flour or GF all-purpose flour, and can easily be made dairy-free by swapping with dairy-free yogurt.
- gluten-free: use oat flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour
- dairy-free: use a dairy-free yogurt
- extra flavor: add cinnamon or a sprinkle of nutmeg
- mix-ins: blueberries or mini chocolate chips
Variations
Feel free to add whatever mix-ins you'd like to these easy cheesecake bites!
- strawberry cheesecake - mash in a few strawberries or swirl in strawberry purée for a fruity twist
- lemon blueberry - add a splash of lemon juice + zest for a brighter, slightly tangy flavor
- cinnamon sugar - swirl a mix of cinnamon + brown sugar into the batter!
- nut butter swirl: peanut or almond butter for added fats + flavor
Check out my OG baked yogurt bars that are a bit higher protein and don't use banana!
Equipment
You just need a mixing bowl and fork (or whisk) for mashing and combining everything, plus a muffin tin or small baking dish depending on how you want to serve them. I like using parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup, especially if you’re making bars. You’ll also need an oven, and optionally a immersion blender or blender if you want a smoother texture for younger babies.
Storing Your Easy Cheesecake Bites
Store these easy cheesecake bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. They actually firm up even more as they chill, which makes them perfect for grab-and-go snacks. You can also freeze them for longer storage, just let them thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
Tiff's Dietitian Tip
If your toddler is in a phase where they won’t eat yogurt or bananas anymore, this is such a great way to reintroduce both in a new, low-pressure way. Changing the form of a food can make a huge difference without turning it into a totally different meal.
FAQ
You can try using a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flax + 3 tablespoon water per egg), but just know the texture will be much softer and less firm. These work best with eggs for that classic “cheesecake bite” structure.
The center should be set (not liquidy), and the edges will be lightly golden. They’ll continue to firm up as they cool and chill.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. You can also freeze them and thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
Yes! The banana adds natural sweetness and moisture, but you can swap it with ½ cup unsweetened applesauce for a similar texture and sweetness or ½ cup of sweet potato or pumpkin puree.
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Pairing
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Easy Cheesecake Bites for Toddlers & Babies (no added sugar!)
Equipment
- measuring cups and utensils
- muffin pan or baking dish
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- ½ cup plain yogurt Greek or regular, dairy-free if needed
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup flour oat flour or all-purpose
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional for added flavor
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a small baking dish or mini muffin tin.
- Add all the ingredients into a mixing bowl or blender.
- Blend or mash until completely smooth. Pour into dish or scoop into muffin tin.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until center is set and edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool completely, then refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving for best texture.
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