Description
Indulge in our creamy Banana Pudding Cheesecake, a delightful fusion of rich cheesecake and comforting banana pudding that will impress at any gathering. This dessert features a luscious filling made with ripe bananas and cream cheese, all nestled in a buttery vanilla wafer crust. Topped with fresh banana slices and crunchy wafers, this cheesecake is not only visually appealing but also offers an irresistible combination of flavors and textures. Perfect for family gatherings or celebrations, this easy-to-make dessert will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups crushed vanilla wafers
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup banana pudding mix
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, combine crushed vanilla wafers and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in mashed bananas and vanilla.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; gently fold in banana pudding mix.
- Combine the cream mixture with the cheesecake filling until just blended, then pour over the crust.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes or until set and cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- Before serving, garnish with sliced bananas and additional vanilla wafers.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg