Banana Pudding Cheesecake Life Love And Sugar
Banana pudding and cheesecake are both classic desserts that are loved by many. Combining the two creates a delicious and unique treat that is sure to be a hit with your friends and family. This Banana Pudding Cheesecake from Life Love And Sugar is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It is creamy, rich, and bursting with banana flavor.
Ingredients
To make this Banana Pudding Cheesecake, you will need:
- 1 cup vanilla wafer crumbs
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 8-ounce packages of cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 package of instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
- Whipped cream and sliced bananas for topping (optional)
Most of these ingredients can be found at your local grocery store. If you can't find vanilla wafer crumbs, you can easily make them by crushing up some vanilla wafers in a food processor or a plastic bag with a rolling pin.
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9-inch springform pan and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the vanilla wafer crumbs, graham cracker crumbs, and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add in the mashed bananas and mix until well combined. Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Add in the heavy cream and vanilla extract and beat until just combined.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the cream cheese mixture, beating until just combined.
5. Pour the cheesecake mixture into the prepared crust and smooth out the top with a spatula. Place the pan in a larger baking dish and add enough water to the larger dish to come up about 1 inch on the sides of the pan.
6. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden and the center is almost set. Turn off the oven and crack open the door. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for about 30 minutes before removing it and letting it cool to room temperature on a wire rack.
7. In a separate bowl, whisk together the water, sweetened condensed milk, and instant vanilla pudding mix. Let the mixture sit for 2 minutes before whisking in the cold milk.
8. Spoon the pudding mixture over the top of the cheesecake and smooth it out with a spatula. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 2 hours before serving.
9. If desired, top with whipped cream and sliced bananas before serving.
Conclusion
This Banana Pudding Cheesecake from Life Love And Sugar is a delicious and unique dessert that is sure to be a hit with anyone who tries it. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and perfect combination of banana pudding and cheesecake, it is the perfect dessert for any occasion. Try making it for your next party or gathering and watch as your guests rave about it.
