Banana Pudding Cheesecake Delight (Print-Friendly Format)
Lush cheesecake with banana pudding and vanilla wafers, finished with sliced bananas for creamy decadence.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Crust
01 -
180 g crushed vanilla wafers
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75 ml unsalted butter, melted
→ Filling
03 -
3 ripe bananas, mashed
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680 g cream cheese, softened
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200 g granulated sugar
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3 large eggs
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5 ml vanilla extract
→ Banana Cream
08 -
240 ml heavy cream
09 -
65 g banana pudding mix
→ Garnish
10 -
Sliced bananas
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Additional vanilla wafers
# How to Make It:
01 -
Preheat oven to 163°C. Combine crushed vanilla wafers and melted butter in a bowl, stirring until mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the base of a 23 cm springform pan to form an even layer.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until completely smooth. Add eggs one at a time, fully incorporating after each addition. Blend in mashed bananas and vanilla extract until uniform.
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In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold in banana pudding mix until smooth and thickened.
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Carefully fold the banana cream mixture into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined. Pour the filling over the prepared crust, smoothing the top.
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Bake in the centre of the oven for 50 to 55 minutes, until edges are set and the centre is slightly wobbly. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack.
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Once room temperature, refrigerate the cheesecake for a minimum of 4 hours or until thoroughly set.
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Before serving, top with sliced bananas and additional vanilla wafers for decoration.
# Extra Tips:
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For a silky texture, ensure cream cheese is fully softened and eggs are at room temperature prior to mixing.
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Proper chilling is essential for clean slices and optimal flavour.