Description
A creamy no-bake delight that marries banana pudding with rich cheesecake for an effortless and refreshing treat. Perfect for gatherings or an indulgent weekday dessert.
Ingredients
2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs (about 60 wafers)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 (3.4 oz) package instant banana pudding mix
1 cup cold milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
3 ripe bananas, sliced
Additional whipped topping and vanilla wafers, for garnish
Instructions
- Mix vanilla wafer crumbs and melted butter; press into a 9-inch springform pan and chill.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk banana pudding mix with cold milk until thick.
- Fold pudding mixture and vanilla extract into cream cheese mixture.
- Gently fold in whipped topping.
- Layer sliced bananas over crust; pour in filling and smooth the top.
- Chill at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Garnish with extra whipped topping, banana slices, and vanilla wafers before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 6 hours (or overnight)