Banana Pudding Cheesecake (Recipe for Printing)
Layered with bananas and wafers, this creamy cheesecake makes every bite a sweet treat.
# What You Need:
→ Crust
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1 box Nilla Wafers
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2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
→ Cheesecake Filling
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24 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
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3/4 cup white granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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2 bananas, mashed
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1/2 cup sour cream, at room temperature
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1/4 cup heavy cream, at room temperature
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4 large eggs, at room temperature
→ Banana Pudding Topping
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1 cup crushed Nilla wafers
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2 bananas, sliced thinly
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1 package instant vanilla pudding (3.4 ounces)
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1 cup cold milk
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1 cup cold heavy cream
→ Decoration
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Crushed Nilla Wafers, for garnish
# How to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Crush the Nilla Wafers into fine crumbs and combine with packed brown sugar. Stir in melted unsalted butter until the texture resembles wet sand. Firmly press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 8-inch or 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Blend in vanilla extract and mashed bananas. Add sour cream and heavy cream, mixing well. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed and scraping sides after each addition to avoid overmixing.
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Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust and spread evenly. Bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes, or until the center only slightly jiggles when gently shaken. Remove from the oven and cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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Whisk instant vanilla pudding with cold milk and vanilla extract until thickened. In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream to medium-stiff peaks. Gently fold whipped cream into the prepared pudding to create a light mousse.
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Layer thinly sliced bananas and crushed Nilla wafers over the chilled cheesecake. Spread the vanilla pudding mousse evenly over the bananas and wafers. Sprinkle additional crushed Nilla wafers on top as garnish before serving.
# Extra Tips:
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Ensuring all cold ingredients reach room temperature before preparation yields a smooth and creamy cheesecake texture.