Description
Banana Pudding Cheesecake is a rich and creamy dessert that combines classic banana pudding flavors with a smooth cheesecake filling, layered over a vanilla wafer crust and topped with whipped cream and fresh bananas.
Ingredients
- For Crust:
- 2 cups crushed vanilla wafer cookies
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- For Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mashed ripe bananas
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant banana pudding mix
- For Topping:
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1–2 fresh bananas, sliced
- Crushed vanilla wafers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix crushed vanilla wafers and melted butter; press firmly into the bottom of the pan.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes, then cool slightly.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined.
- Mix in sour cream, mashed bananas, vanilla extract, and banana pudding mix.
- Pour filling over crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–55 minutes until center is just set.
- Turn off oven, crack the door, and cool cheesecake for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream, banana slices, and crushed wafers.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for best flavor.
- Do not overmix to avoid cracks.
- Add banana slices just before serving to prevent browning.
- Store covered in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American