Step 1: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Step 2: In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until just combined. This is your cheesecake layer.
Step 3: In another bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and 1 1/2 cups of cold milk for 2 minutes, or until thickened. Let it set for 5 minutes.
Step 4: Prepare your serving cups or a small dish. Place a layer of crushed Nilla Wafers at the bottom of each cup or dish.
Step 5: Top the crushed wafers with a layer of sliced bananas.
Step 6: Spoon a layer of the cheesecake mixture over the bananas, spreading it evenly.
Step 7: Add a layer of the prepared vanilla pudding over the cheesecake layer.
Step 8: Repeat the layers if desired, finishing with a final layer of crushed Nilla Wafers on top.
Step 9: Cover the bites and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably 4 hours, to allow them to set and the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.