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No-Bake Banana Pudding Cheesecake

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Creamy, dreamy, and packed with banana flavor, this No-Bake Banana Pudding Cheesecake is the perfect blend of classic pudding and indulgent cheesecake in one easy dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups crushed vanilla wafer cookies
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant banana pudding mix
  • 1 cup cold milk
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 cup whipped topping

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine crushed vanilla wafer cookies with melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust. Chill for 15 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the banana pudding mix and cold milk to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream and vanilla extract into the pudding mixture.
  6. Layer sliced bananas over the chilled crust.
  7. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the bananas.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  9. Top with whipped topping and additional banana slices or cookie crumbles before serving.
  10. Slice with a warm knife and enjoy chilled.

Notes

  • Add a touch of lemon juice to banana slices to prevent browning.
  • Use room temperature cream cheese for the smoothest texture.
  • Chill overnight for the best consistency and flavor.
  • Customize with a drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce for extra indulgence.