Caramel Banana Pudding Cheesecake

This dessert not only satisfies your sweet cravings but also adds a touch of elegance to any gathering. It’s a perfect choice for those who love the comforting flavors of banana pudding, elevated by the creamy richness of cheesecake and the irresistible charm of caramel drizzle.

✅ Ingredients:

• 🔻 Crust:
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 🔻 Cheesecake:
  • 4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 box banana cream pudding mix (3.4 ounces)
• 🔻 Topping:
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Nilla wafers for garnish
  • Caramel sauce for drizzling

✅ Instructions:

• 👆 Crust:
  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
  • Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
• 👆 Cheesecake:
  • Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  • Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated.
  • Fold in mashed bananas and pudding mix.
  • Pour mixture over crust and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 55 minutes or until set.
  • Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
• 👆 Topping:
  • Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  • Spread or pipe onto the cheesecake.
  • Decorate the edge with Nilla wafers, standing them vertically.
  • Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 65 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes Kcal: 510 kcal | Servings: 12 servings