Looking for a no-bake dessert that combines the best of banana pudding and creamy cheesecake? This Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding is a layered, fruity indulgence that’s light, rich, and bursting with fresh flavor. With creamy whipped cheesecake, vanilla pudding, fresh strawberries, and bananas—all layered with vanilla wafers—this chilled dessert is perfect for gatherings, holidays, or weekend treats.
Why You’ll Love This Dessert
- No baking required
- Creamy, fruity, and perfectly sweet
- Great for making ahead
- Beautiful presentation for parties or potlucks
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Pudding Layer:
- 1 (5.1 oz) box vanilla instant pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
For the Dessert Assembly:
- 1 box vanilla wafers (or cookies of choice)
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- Crushed strawberry wafers or vanilla wafers, for topping (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cheesecake Layer
In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined. Set aside.
Step 2: Prepare the Pudding Layer
In another bowl, whisk the instant pudding mix with cold milk for about 2 minutes until thickened. Let it sit for 5 minutes to firm up.
Step 3: Assemble the Layers
In a large trifle dish, glass bowl, or individual cups, start layering:
- Vanilla wafers at the bottom
- Sliced bananas and chopped strawberries
- A layer of the cheesecake mixture
- A layer of vanilla pudding
Repeat these layers until your dish is filled, ending with pudding or fruit on top.
Step 4: Garnish and Chill
Top with additional chopped strawberries and crushed strawberry wafers or cookies for crunch and color.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours (or overnight) to allow flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Chill Time: 3+ hours
Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8–10
Calories: ~370 kcal per serving (varies by cookie and cream used)
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