Description
A no-bake cheesecake that captures the comforting flavors of banana pudding with creamy layers and a vanilla wafer crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the crust:
- 2 cups crushed vanilla wafer cookies
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- For the cheesecake filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping or homemade whipped cream
- For the banana pudding layer:
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
- 2 medium ripe bananas, sliced
- For topping (optional):
- Additional whipped topping
- Crushed vanilla wafers
- Sliced bananas
Instructions
- Make the crust: Mix crushed vanilla wafer cookies with melted butter until moistened. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill the crust.
- Prepare the cheesecake filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until incorporated. Gently fold in whipped topping until smooth and airy.
- Make the banana pudding: Whisk instant pudding mix and cold milk until thickened. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- Layer the cheesecake: Spread half of the cheesecake mixture over the chilled crust. Add a layer of sliced bananas. Spread the banana pudding over the bananas. Top with the remaining cheesecake mixture and smooth the top.
- Chill and garnish: Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight. Garnish with whipped topping, crushed vanilla wafers, and banana slices before serving.
Notes
- This no-bake banana pudding cheesecake is best served cold.
- It is ideal for summer events and parties.
- It can be made ahead of time.
- Use ripe but firm bananas for best results.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened for a smooth filling.
- Chill overnight for cleaner slices.
- Graham crackers can be substituted for vanilla wafers.
- Toss banana slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 22g
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g