Description

A decadent cheesecake combining the creamy richness of banana pudding and the sweet crunch of strawberry topping. This indulgent dessert is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/4 cup melted butter

3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

1 cup sour cream

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 cup instant banana pudding mix

1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks

1 1/2 cups crushed strawberries (fresh or frozen)

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup crushed vanilla wafers

1/2 cup crushed graham crackers

1/4 cup melted butter

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
Combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, and banana pudding mix. Beat until fully combined.
Gently fold in whipped cream. Pour the banana pudding mixture over the crust and smooth the top.
Bake for 45 minutes, until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
For the topping, combine crushed strawberries and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the strawberries break down. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
In a separate bowl, mix crushed vanilla wafers, graham crackers, and melted butter. Stir in the cooled strawberry mixture.
Once cheesecake has cooled, spread the strawberry crunch topping evenly over it. Refrigerate for an additional 2 hours before serving.

Notes

This cheesecake is best served chilled.

It can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

If you don’t have a springform pan, use a regular cake pan, lined with parchment paper for easy removal.

You can freeze the cheesecake for up to a month, just ensure it’s properly wrapped.

Fresh strawberries work just as well as frozen for the topping.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 450
Sugar: 40g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 85mg