Now, let’s walk through the simple steps to create your delightful Mini Bananas Foster Cheesecake:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 325°F (163°C).

2. Make the Crust: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined and resemble wet sand. Press this mixture evenly into the bottoms of a muffin tin lined with cupcake liners.

3. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sugar. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and flour, beating on low until combined and creamy.

4. Fill the Cups: Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly on top of the crusts in the muffin tin, filling each about ¾ full.

5. Bake the Cheesecakes: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are set and the center still slightly jiggles.

6. Cool and Chill: Remove them from the oven and allow them to cool at room temperature. Afterwards, refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for optimal texture.

7. Prepare the Bananas Foster Topping: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar. Once combined, add sliced bananas and cook until caramelized, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and rum if using.

Now your Mini Bananas Foster Cheesecake is ready for the ultimate, delicious reveal!