Description
A delightful no-bake cheesecake that combines creamy cheesecake with the nostalgic flavors of banana pudding, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of vanilla wafer cookies
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Combine crushed vanilla wafer cookies and melted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Cream Cheese Mixture: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in another bowl until smooth.
- Pudding Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together instant pudding mix and milk until thickened.
- Fold It All Together: Fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture, then fold in the pudding mixture.
- Layer the Bananas: Arrange sliced bananas on the crust and pour the cream cheese mixture over them.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Serve: Top with additional whipped topping and banana slices before serving.
Notes
For best results, use ripe bananas and allow the cheesecake to chill overnight for improved texture. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg