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Decadent Banana Pudding Cheesecake You'll Crave Again and Again

This decadent banana pudding cheesecake combines rich cheesecake and creamy banana pudding flavors, creating an irresistible dessert that's easy to make.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups crushed vanilla wafers or substitute with graham crackers or shortbread
  • 1/2 cup melted butter for optimal flavor
For the Filling
  • 3 medium ripe bananas mashed
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract pure recommended
  • 1 cup heavy cream whipped
  • 1 box banana pudding mix
For the Garnish
  • 2 medium sliced bananas firm for nice slices
  • 1/2 cup additional vanilla wafers to sprinkle on top

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F while greasing a 9-inch springform pan with butter.
  2. Combine crushed vanilla wafers and melted butter in a medium bowl and press into the bottom of the springform pan.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add eggs one at a time, followed by mashed bananas and vanilla until blended.
  4. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gently fold in the banana pudding mix.
  5. Fold the whipped cream mixture into the cream cheese batter and pour onto the crust.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes until the edges are set, and the center is slightly jiggly.
  7. Remove and let cool on a wire rack for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. Garnish with sliced bananas and additional vanilla wafers before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 7gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing the filling to prevent cracks. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

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