Banana Pudding Crunch Cheesecake
A delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and banana pudding, all topped with a crunchy mixture, perfect for impressing guests or satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1.5 cups 1 1/2 cups crushed vanilla wafers
- 0.25 cups 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling
- 24 oz 24 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure it's fully softened for best results.
- 1 cup 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 pieces 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 3 large 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.25 cups 1/4 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cups 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
For the topping
- 1 cup 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers For topping.
- 0.25 cups 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed vanilla wafers, sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the mashed bananas, eggs, vanilla extract, sour cream, and flour to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until everything is well combined and creamy.
- Pour the creamy filling over the crust, spreading it out evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix together the crushed vanilla wafers, chopped pecans, and melted butter to create the topping.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the cheesecake filling.
- Place the springform pan on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside, with the door slightly ajar, for 1 hour.
- After this hour, remove from the oven and let cool completely. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Once chilled, carefully remove from the pan, slice, and serve!
Notes
For best results, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened. Consider baking ahead of time to let flavors meld. Top with whipped cream or caramel sauce for extra indulgence.