Description
A nostalgic dessert combining creamy cheesecake with comforting banana pudding flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Nilla wafer crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 32 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup pureed bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs, room temperature and lightly beaten
- 1 cup heavy cream, cold
- 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 tablespoon instant vanilla pudding mix
- Nilla wafer crumbs, roughly crushed (for garnish)
- Banana slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Combine the Nilla wafer crumbs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and the melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of your prepared springform pan to create a crust.
- Beat the cream cheese and 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the pureed bananas and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Whip the cold heavy cream with confectioners’ sugar and instant vanilla pudding mix until soft peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream on top and sprinkle with crushed Nilla wafer crumbs and banana slices.
- Refrigerate for at least 240 minutes—or overnight—for the best results before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for some cream cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy within 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: banana pudding, cheesecake, dessert, creamy, Nilla wafer, potluck, sweet, nostalgic