Banana Pudding Cheesecake
Banana Pudding Cheesecake is a delightful fusion of rich cheesecake and comforting banana pudding, making it the perfect indulgent dessert. With a creamy filling layered on a crunchy graham cracker crust, this show-stopping treat is sure to impress at any gathering. Easy to prepare and adaptable for various dietary needs, it’s an irresistible choice for picnics, potlucks, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 (3.4 oz) package vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup whipped topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar until creamy.
- Gently fold in sliced bananas and vanilla pudding mix.
- Add sour cream and whipped topping; fold until fluffy.
- Pour mixture over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool completely on a wire rack and refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use fresh bananas for optimal flavor; sprinkle them with lemon juice to prevent browning. For added decadence, top with chocolate shavings or caramel drizzle.