Description
Creamy strawberry cheesecake banana pudding blends classic dessert favorites into one irresistible treat. Southern comfort meets sweet sophistication, inviting you to savor each spoonful of this delightful, crowd-pleasing dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 box vanilla wafers
Dairy and Cream Components:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) cold milk
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
Flavor and Binding Ingredients:
- 5.1 ounces (145 grams) vanilla instant pudding mix
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Crushed strawberry wafers for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the creamy cheesecake foundation by thoroughly beating cream cheese until silky smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Incorporate sugar and vanilla into the cream cheese, mixing until the mixture becomes light and uniform in texture.
- Whip the cream separately until it forms soft, billowy peaks, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture to create a luxurious, airy filling.
- Prepare the pudding by whisking the pudding mix with cold milk for precisely 2 minutes until it reaches a thick, creamy consistency.
- Allow the pudding to set and slightly cool while preparing the assembly of the dessert.
- Begin layering the dessert in a clear serving dish, creating a beautiful visual presentation with a strategic arrangement of ingredients.
- Carefully place a base layer of vanilla wafers, creating a crisp foundation for the subsequent layers.
- Arrange sliced bananas over the wafers, ensuring even distribution across the dish.
- Add a layer of fresh, vibrant strawberries to introduce a burst of fruity flavor.
- Generously spread the prepared cheesecake mixture over the fruit layer, creating a smooth, creamy surface.
- Pour the set pudding over the cheesecake layer, allowing it to fill any gaps and create a cohesive texture.
- Repeat the layering process, building multiple tiers of delectable ingredients.
- Garnish the top of the dessert with additional fresh strawberries and crushed vanilla wafers for added crunch and visual appeal.
- Refrigerate the dessert for a minimum of 3 hours to allow flavors to meld and the pudding to set completely.
Notes
- Allow cream cheese to reach room temperature before beating to ensure a smooth, lump-free cheesecake layer that blends effortlessly.
- Whip cream until stiff peaks form for a light, airy texture that provides perfect volume to the cheesecake mixture.
- Slice bananas and strawberries just before assembling to prevent browning and maintain fresh, vibrant colors in the dessert.
- Prepare the pudding and cheesecake layer a day in advance to develop deeper flavors and save time on serving day.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg