Description
Banana Pudding Cheesecake is a creamy, decadent dessert that blends the rich flavor of cheesecake with the nostalgic taste of banana pudding. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat any day, this dessert is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups (150g) Graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp (85g) Butter, melted
- 2 tbsp (25g) Sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz (450g) Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200g) Granulated sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
For the Banana Layer:
- 4 ripe Bananas, sliced
- 1 package (3.4 oz or 96g) Vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups (475ml) Milk
For Topping:
- 1 cup (240ml) Whipped topping
Instructions
Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until the crust is golden, then set aside to cool.
Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- Beat the cream cheese with sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract and pour this mixture over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
Prepare the Banana Layer:
- Slice the bananas and layer them over the cheesecake filling.
- Mix the vanilla pudding mix with milk according to the package instructions. Pour the pudding mixture over the bananas.
Top and Bake:
- Spread whipped topping over the pudding layer.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Let the cheesecake cool at room temperature before transferring it to the refrigerator. Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice the cheesecake and serve chilled. Optionally, garnish with extra banana slices or whipped cream.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version: Use gluten-free graham crackers for the crust.
- Banana browning: Toss the banana slices in lemon juice to prevent browning before adding them to the cheesecake.
- Overbaking: To avoid cracks, bake at a low temperature and avoid opening the oven door during the baking process.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes Chill Time: 4 hours
Nutrition
- Calories: 350kcal
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg