Description
A delicious and creamy banana pudding cheesecake that combines the flavors of classic banana pudding with a rich cheesecake.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup banana pudding mix
- 2 cups whipped topping
- 1 banana, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add vanilla extract, eggs, and mashed bananas, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in the banana pudding mix until fully incorporated.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Top with whipped topping and banana slices before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use ripe bananas for more flavor.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps.
- This cheesecake can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Banana Pudding Cheesecake, dessert, cheesecake recipe, banana dessert