Creamy Banana Pudding Cheesecake
A rich and creamy cheesecake inspired by classic Southern banana pudding, layered with vanilla wafers, bananas, and pudding topping.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Springform pan
- Wire rack
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
Ingredients
Crust
- 2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
Filling
- 24 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 3 eggs room temperature
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1.5 cups cold milk
- 1 cup whipped topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare crust and bake for 10 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add bananas, dairy, and vanilla.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently.
- Pour filling over crust and bake in water bath for 60 minutes.
- Cool completely, then chill for at least 4 hours.
- Prepare pudding topping and spread over cheesecake before serving.
Notes
Chill overnight for best texture and flavor.