No Bake Banana Pudding Cheesecake Recipe
Indulge in the delicious fusion of classic banana pudding and creamy cheesecake with this no-bake dessert. Layers of vanilla wafer crust, luscious banana cheesecake filling, and fresh banana slices make this a perfect treat for any occasion.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 1 9-inch cheesecake
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Crust:
- Vanilla Wafers: 2 cups, finely crushed
- Melted Unsalted Butter: 6 tablespoons
- Granulated Sugar: 2 tablespoons
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- Cream Cheese: 3 (8-ounce) packages, softened
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: 1 (14-ounce) can
- Heavy Whipping Cream: 1 cup, cold
- Instant Banana Pudding Mix: 1 (3.4-ounce) package
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Fresh Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon
For the Banana Pudding Layer & Topping:
- Ripe Bananas: 3-4 medium, sliced
- Vanilla Wafers: Additional, for layering and garnish
- Whipped Cream or Cool Whip: For topping (optional)
- Sprinkling of Vanilla Wafer Crumbs: For garnish (optional)
- Prepare the Vanilla Wafer Crust: In a food processor, pulse the vanilla wafers until finely crushed. Mix with melted butter and sugar, press into pan.
- Press the Crust into the Pan: Firmly press the crust into a springform pan and chill.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese, add condensed milk, then fold in whipped cream and other filling ingredients.
- Whip the Heavy Cream: Beat cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Combine Filling Ingredients: Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture, add pudding mix, vanilla, and lemon juice.
- Assemble the Banana Pudding Cheesecake: Layer bananas, wafers, and filling in the prepared crust.
- Chill the Cheesecake: Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to set.
- Garnish and Serve: Decorate with toppings of choice, slice, and enjoy chilled.
Notes
- To prevent bananas from browning, toss them in a little lemon juice before layering.
- For a stronger banana flavor, consider adding a layer of banana slices within the filling as well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: No-Bake, Banana Pudding, Cheesecake, Dessert, Easy, Creamy