Dreamy Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding Layers of flavor create a delicious dessert experience Homemade goodness in every bite
Total Time:2 hours 30 minutes
Yield:8 servings
Ingredients
Ripe Bananas
Fresh Strawberries
Vanilla Wafers
Cream Cheese
Sweetened Condensed Milk
Heavy Cream
Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix
Milk
Vanilla Extract
Instructions
Prep the Ingredients: Wash and slice your strawberries. Slice the bananas as well. Have your vanilla wafers ready for layering.
Make the Cheesecake Layer: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. This creates a light and airy cheesecake filling.
Prepare the Banana Pudding: In another bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk until it begins to thicken. Let it set for a few minutes to achieve the desired consistency.
Layer It All Together: In a large trifle bowl or individual serving dishes, start by layering vanilla wafers on the bottom. Next, add a layer of sliced bananas, followed by a layer of sliced strawberries. Spoon a layer of banana pudding over the fruit. Then, add a layer of the cheesecake mixture. Repeat these layers until you reach the top of the bowl or dishes. For the final layer, you can get creative with your toppings. Consider adding more sliced strawberries, a sprinkle of crushed vanilla wafers, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Chill and Serve: Cover the Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld together and the pudding to set properly. Before serving, garnish with extra strawberries and crushed vanilla wafers if desired. Enjoy!
