Banana Pudding Cheesecake
This Banana Pudding Cheesecake combines the flavors of classic banana pudding with creamy cheesecake, all nestled in a vanilla wafer crust. Topped with caramel sauce, whipped cream, and vanilla wafers, it's a decadent dessert that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Equipment
- 9-inch Springform Pan
- Electric Mixer or Stand Mixer with paddle attachment
- Deep Roasting Pan
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups vanilla wafer cookies, crushed
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant banana cream pudding mix
- 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup sour cream, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 5 large eggs, room temperature
- caramel sauce
- whipped cream (homemade or store-bought)
- vanilla wafers, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the crushed vanilla wafer cookies, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan.
- Wrap two pieces of heavy-duty aluminum foil around the bottom and up the sides of the pan to prevent water from entering during the water bath step.
- Using an electric mixer or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the granulated sugar and banana cream pudding mix, beating until well combined.
- Mix in the mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla extract until fully combined. With the mixer on low speed, add the eggs one at a time, mixing until fully incorporated after each addition.
- Pour the filling onto the prepared crust in the springform pan. Carefully place the pan into a deep roasting pan and add hot water to the roasting pan.
- Bake for 80-85 minutes, or until the top of the cheesecake is golden and the edges are set. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack. Once cooled, transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- When ready to serve, spread a layer of caramel sauce on top of the cheesecake. Garnish with whipped cream and vanilla wafers before serving. Enjoy your Banana Pudding Cheesecake!