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No Bake Banana Pudding Cheesecake Recipe

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  • Author: Thomas
  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

A creamy, no-bake banana pudding cheesecake featuring a graham cracker crust layered with smooth cream cheese filling, instant vanilla pudding, sliced bananas, and vanilla wafers. This easy-to-make dessert is refrigerated rather than baked, making it perfect for quick preparation and a deliciously chilled treat.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 graham cracker crust

Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pkg Instant Vanilla pudding (3.4 oz package)
  • 1 cup milk

Layers and Toppings

  • 2 bananas, sliced (plus extra for serving, optional)
  • 20–30 vanilla wafers

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add Sugar: Mix in the sugar until it is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Whip Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, then beat the mixture until medium peaks form. Set aside for later.
  4. Make Pudding: In a small bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix with milk. Whisk until smooth and then refrigerate for 3 to 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Fold the chilled pudding mixture gently into the cream cheese mixture until blended thoroughly.
  6. First Layer: Pour half of the filling into the graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly.
  7. Add Banana and Wafers: Arrange a layer of sliced bananas and vanilla wafers over the filling.
  8. Second Layer: Pour the remaining filling on top of the banana and wafer layer, smoothing it evenly.
  9. Top Decoration: Arrange additional vanilla wafers on top in a pattern of your choice. Do not add bananas on top now to avoid browning.
  10. Chill: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 3 hours to set properly.
  11. Serve: Just before serving, add extra sliced bananas on top if desired. Slice and enjoy your no-bake banana pudding cheesecake!

Notes

  • Do not add sliced bananas on top until right before serving to prevent browning.
  • Use a hand mixer for the best texture in the cream cheese and whipped cream mixtures.
  • The dessert should be refrigerated for at least 3 hours for proper setting; overnight refrigeration is ideal for better flavor.
  • Instant pudding mix must be refrigerated briefly after mixing for proper consistency.
  • For a lighter version, you can substitute heavy cream with whipped topping, but texture may vary.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: banana pudding cheesecake, no bake cheesecake, easy dessert, banana dessert, vanilla pudding cheesecake, graham cracker crust, instant pudding dessert

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