Description
A decadent dessert recipe combining the creamy richness of cheesecake with the comforting flavors of banana pudding and a crisp vanilla wafer crust. This showstopper is surprisingly achievable and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs (about 40–45 wafers, crushed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake filling)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream (for cheesecake filling)
- 1/2 cup banana pudding mix (instant)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for cheesecake filling)
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup heavy cream (for whipped topping)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for whipped topping)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for whipped topping)
Instructions
- For the crust: Combine crushed vanilla wafer crumbs and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Add melted butter and stir until moistened. Press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan.
- For the filling: Beat softened cream cheese and 1 cup granulated sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, flour, and 1 tsp vanilla extract; mix on low speed. Gradually add eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream, banana pudding mix, and mashed bananas.
- Prepare for baking: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Wrap springform pan in foil and place in a larger roasting pan. Pour filling into the crust.
- Bake in a water bath: Carefully pour hot water into the roasting pan to surround the springform pan. Bake for 60-75 minutes until edges are set and center has a slight wobble.
- Cool and chill: Turn off oven, crack door, and let cheesecake cool in oven for 1 hour. Remove from water bath, then cool completely on a wire rack. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- For the whipped topping: Whip 1 cup heavy cream, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread over chilled cheesecake and serve.
Notes
- This cheesecake can be made a day in advance.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Banana Pudding Cheesecake, Decadent Dessert, Cheesecake Recipe