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Decadent No-Bake Banana Cream Cheesecake with Vanilla Wafer Crust

A close-up slice of creamy banana cream cheesecake with a graham cracker crust and banana slices on top.
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Make this creamy, no-bake banana cream cheesecake featuring a buttery vanilla wafer crust. This dessert is rich, simple to prepare, and perfect for parties or family enjoyment.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant banana pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 3 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for topping)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Combine vanilla wafer crumbs and 1/4 cup granulated sugar in a bowl. Pour in melted butter and mix until crumbs are evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill the crust for 15 minutes.
  2. Make the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in the 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully combined.
  3. Prepare the pudding layer: In a separate bowl, whisk the instant banana pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes until it starts to thicken. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
  4. Combine filling: Gently fold the thickened banana pudding into the cream cheese mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Assemble the layers: Arrange half of the sliced bananas over the chilled crust. Spread half of the cheesecake filling over the bananas. Repeat with the remaining bananas and the rest of the filling. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Chill: Cover the cheesecake loosely and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, until firm.
  7. Prepare the topping: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  8. Finish and serve: Spread the whipped cream topping over the chilled cheesecake. Garnish with extra banana slices if desired. Release the springform sides before slicing.

Notes

  • If you are planning ahead, this recipe works well with meal planning as it requires significant chilling time.
  • For a more decadent flavor, consider using a keto meal plan approach for the crust by substituting the sugar with a sugar substitute.
  • This dessert is a great alternative to complex baking projects when you need a simple cheesecake for parties.

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