Hereβs a delicious, layered Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Puddingβcreamy, fruity, and perfect for potlucks or dessert nights πππ°
π Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding
Ingredients
Pudding Base
- 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
Layers
- 4β5 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1β2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- Vanilla wafers or graham crackers
Optional Topping
- Crushed wafers
- Strawberry glaze or syrup
Instructions
- Make Pudding
- Whisk pudding mix and cold milk until thick. Set aside.
- Cheesecake Mixture
- Beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla; mix well.
- Fold in whipped topping gently.
- Combine
- Fold prepared pudding into the cheesecake mixture until smooth.
- Assemble Layers
- In a trifle dish or 9Γ13 pan:
- Layer vanilla wafers
- Banana slices
- Strawberries
- Pudding mixture
- Repeat layers, ending with pudding.
- In a trifle dish or 9Γ13 pan:
- Chill
- Refrigerate at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
- Serve
- Top with crushed wafers or strawberry glaze before serving.
Tips
- Toss banana slices in a little lemon juice to prevent browning.
- For extra strawberry flavor, add a thin layer of strawberry preserves.
- Best served within 24 hours.
If you want, I can share a no-bake mini cup version, chocolate-strawberry twist, or lighter option π