Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of classic flavors with this Banana Pudding Cheesecake. Combining the creamy richness of cheesecake with the nostalgic taste of banana pudding, this dessert is perfect for any occasion—be it family gatherings, birthday celebrations, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. The buttery Nilla Wafer crust complements layers of fresh bananas and a luscious filling, making it visually appealing and irresistibly delicious. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, this cheesecake creates moments of joy with every slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box Nilla Wafers
- 2 TBSP Brown sugar (packed light or dark)
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
- 24 oz Cream cheese (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup White granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
- 2 Bananas (mashed)
- 1/2 cup Sour cream (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup Heavy cream (room temperature)
- 4 Large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup Crushed Nilla wafers
- 2 Bananas (sliced thinly)
- 1 package Instant vanilla pudding (3.4 oz)
- 1 cup Milk (cold)
- 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup Heavy cream (cold)
- Crushed Nilla Wafers (for decorating)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix crushed Nilla Wafers, brown sugar, and melted butter; press into a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add mashed bananas and vanilla; mix well. Gradually blend in sour cream and heavy cream, then add eggs one at a time.
- Pour half the filling over the crust, sprinkle with crushed wafers and sliced bananas, then cover with remaining filling. Bake for about 85 minutes or until just jiggly in the center.
- Cool in the oven for an hour before refrigerating for at least four hours. Top with whipped pudding mixture before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 85 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg