Description
A delightful combination of creamy cheesecake and sweet banana pudding, topped with fresh bananas and optional chocolate shavings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups whipped topping
- 2 cups banana pudding
- 3–4 bananas, sliced
- 1/4 cup chocolate shavings (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth in a mixing bowl.
- Fold in 2 cups of whipped topping and banana pudding until well combined.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust.
- Arrange sliced bananas on top of the cheesecake mixture.
- Refrigerate for at least 240 minutes or overnight to set.
- Top with remaining whipped topping and chocolate shavings if desired before serving.
Notes
Use ripe bananas for better flavor. Can be frozen, but cover well to avoid freezer burn.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg