Description
This Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding is a luscious no-bake dessert featuring layers of smooth cream cheese filling, fresh strawberries, ripe bananas, crunchy vanilla wafers, and light whipped topping, creating a creamy, fruity treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cheesecake Filling
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups whipped topping
- 2 cups vanilla pudding, prepared
Fruit and Layers
- 3 bananas, sliced
- 2 cups sliced strawberries
- 1 box vanilla wafers
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling: Beat the softened cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing well until fully incorporated.
- Incorporate whipped topping and pudding: Gently fold in the whipped topping and prepared vanilla pudding into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and evenly combined, taking care to maintain a light texture.
- Layer the ingredients: In a large serving dish, start by layering vanilla wafers evenly across the bottom. Next, add a layer of sliced bananas and then sliced strawberries.
- Add cheesecake mixture: Spread a generous layer of the prepared cheesecake mixture over the fruit and wafers to create the creamy filling.
- Repeat layers: Continue layering vanilla wafers, bananas, strawberries, and cheesecake mixture until all ingredients are used, finishing with a cheesecake layer on top.
- Chill the pudding: Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the pudding to set properly before serving.
Notes
- Assemble the dessert shortly before chilling to keep the bananas fresh and prevent browning.
- For added texture and garnish, sprinkle crushed vanilla wafers on top before serving.
- Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
