Description
Banana Pudding Cheesecake Squares are a delicious dessert featuring a graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling infused with banana pudding mix, and topped with whipped cream.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup banana pudding mix
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch pan and set it aside.
- In a bowl, stir together the graham cracker crumbs, 1/3 cup sugar, and melted butter until well blended. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a crust.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth and creamy. Add in the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to create a silky batter.
- Gently stir in the sour cream and banana pudding mix until combined. Fold in the banana slices, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake the cheesecake for 30 to 35 minutes or until it’s set and no longer wobbly in the center.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- When ready to serve, cut into squares and top each with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
Notes
- Ensure the bananas are ripe for the best flavor.
- Refrigerating for at least 2 hours is crucial for the cheesecake to set properly.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
