Description
A delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and nostalgic banana pudding, this dessert features a buttery graham cracker crust and is topped with whipped cream and fresh banana slices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups banana pudding, prepared
- 1 cup whipped cream
- Fresh banana slices for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Make the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold in prepared banana pudding until combined.
- Pour filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until edges are set.
- Turn off the oven, leave the cheesecake inside for 30 minutes, then cool to room temperature.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with whipped cream and banana slices before serving.
Notes
For a rich flavor, use honey-flavored graham crackers. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth mixing. A water bath can help prevent cracks.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Banana Pudding, Cheesecake, Dessert, Comfort Food
