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Banana Pudding Cheesecake

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Banana Pudding Cheesecake is a decadent fusion of creamy cheesecake and nostalgic Southern banana pudding, layered with a vanilla wafer crust, banana-infused filling, and whipped topping.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 10 to 12 slices
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • Crust: 2 cups crushed vanilla wafer cookies; 2 tbsp granulated sugar; 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • Filling: 24 oz cream cheese, softened; ¾ cup granulated sugar; 3 large eggs; 1 cup ripe bananas, mashed (about 2 bananas); ½ cup sour cream; 1½ tsp vanilla extract; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; optional: ½ tsp banana extract
  • Topping: Whipped cream or whipped topping; Sliced bananas; Crushed vanilla wafers; optional: lemon juice for dipping bananas

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line the bottom of a springform pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides.
  2. Mix crushed vanilla wafers with sugar and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and beat until fluffy. Mix in eggs one at a time.
  4. Stir in mashed bananas, vanilla, sour cream, and flour until smooth and creamy. Add banana extract if using.
  5. Pour filling over the crust. Tap pan to remove air bubbles. Bake 55–65 minutes, until edges are set and center jiggles slightly.
  6. Turn oven off and crack the door. Let cheesecake cool inside for 30 minutes. Remove and cool to room temp, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Before serving, top with whipped cream, banana slices (dipped in lemon juice if desired), and crushed vanilla wafers. Serve chilled.

Notes

  • Layer whole vanilla wafers inside the filling for added texture.
  • Add caramel drizzle before serving for extra indulgence.
  • A graham cracker crust can be used as a substitute for wafers.
  • Instant banana pudding mix can be added for a flavor boost—reduce flour slightly.
  • Use lemon juice to prevent bananas from browning on top.

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