Banana Cheesecake Delight

A faster, simpler option that combines a cream cheese filling with instant banana cream pudding mix. This is often layered with fresh banana slices, whipped cream, and a vanilla wafer crust, offering a flavor profile similar to banana pudding.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Make the crust: Pulse 1 box of Nilla Wafers in a food processor until fine. Mix in ¼ cup brown sugar and 1½ sticks melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 13x9 dish and refrigerate for 10 minutes.

Step 2

2. Cheesecake layer: Spread the no-bake cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust. .

Step 3

3. Pudding layer: In a bowl, whisk together the pudding mixes and cold milk. (Add rum extract if using.) Mix until thick and set aside.

Step 4

4. Banana layer: Slice bananas and lay them over the cheesecake layer.

Step 5

5. Add the pudding: Pour the pudding over the bananas and gently spread it out.

Step 6

6. Top with Cool Whip: Spread a layer of Cool Whip on top.

Step 7

7. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until set.

Step 8

8. Serve: Right before serving, add more banana slices, Nilla Wafers, and a drizzle of caramel on top