Description
A rich and creamy no-bake banana pudding cheesecake with layers of smooth cheesecake filling, fresh bananas, and a buttery vanilla wafer crust, perfect for an easy and indulgent dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed vanilla wafers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 450 g cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 package (96 g) instant banana pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 to 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- Extra vanilla wafers, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the crushed vanilla wafers with melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant banana pudding mix and cold milk until thickened.
- Fold the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and well blended.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture to keep it light and airy.
- Arrange sliced bananas over the chilled crust in an even layer.
- Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the bananas and smooth the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until fully set.
- Before serving, garnish with additional banana slices and vanilla wafers if desired.
Notes
- Lightly brush banana slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Graham crackers can be used instead of vanilla wafers for the crust.
- Drizzle caramel sauce on top for added richness.
- Strawberries or peanut butter can be added for flavor variations.
- Ensure the cheesecake chills long enough to fully set for best texture.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze individual slices for up to 2 months and thaw in the fridge before serving.
- Let sit at room temperature briefly before serving for best consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
