Banana Pudding Cheesecake Delight (Print Format)
A luscious blend of cheesecake and banana pudding on a buttery wafer crust with fluffy whipped cream topping.
# Ingredients:
→ Crust
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1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs (about 40-45 wafers, crushed)
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
→ Cheesecake Filling
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4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup sour cream
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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4 large eggs
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup instant banana pudding mix
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 ripe bananas, mashed
→ Whipped Topping and Garnish
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1 cup heavy cream
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2 tbsp granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Sliced bananas (for garnish)
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Extra vanilla wafers (for garnish)
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a medium bowl, combine the vanilla wafer crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until evenly coated. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Mix in the sour cream and flour until well combined.
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Add the eggs one at a time, beating on low speed after each addition until just combined. Stir in the banana pudding mix and vanilla extract, then fold in the mashed bananas.
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Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
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Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (163°C). Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are slightly puffed.
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Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
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In a medium bowl, beat the heavy cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
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Once the cheesecake is chilled and set, remove it from the springform pan. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the top of the cheesecake. Garnish with sliced bananas and extra vanilla wafers before serving.