Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding

Introduction:

If you love banana pudding and cheesecake, this dessert combines the best of both worlds. Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding is a creamy, layered treat that features sweet strawberries, fluffy cheesecake filling, ripe bananas, and soft vanilla wafers. It’s an easy no-bake recipe that looks impressive and tastes even better—perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or any time you want a crowd-pleasing dessert.

Ingredients:

For the Cheesecake Layer

1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened

1 cup heavy whipping cream

½ cup powdered sugar

For the Pudding Layer

1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix

2 cups cold milk

1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

For Assembly

3–4 bananas, sliced

2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

1 box vanilla wafers (about 11 oz) Whipped cream or extra whipped topping (optional for garnish)

Instructions:

Step 1 – Make the Cheesecake Layer

In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.

In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

Add powdered sugar and gently fold into the cream cheese mixture until fluffy and well combined.

Set aside.

Step 2 – Prepare the Pudding Layer

In another bowl, whisk together pudding mix and cold milk until thickened.

Stir in sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until smooth.

Fold in about half of the cheesecake mixture to create a rich, creamy pudding base.

Step 3 – Assemble the Layers

In a large trifle dish or glass pan, layer vanilla wafers on the bottom.

Add a layer of sliced bananas and strawberries.

Spread a layer of the pudding-cheesecake mixture over the fruit.

Repeat the layers (wafers, fruit, cream) until the dish is full.

Finish with a layer of the reserved cheesecake mixture on top.

Step 4 – Chill and Serve

Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best) to allow the flavors to meld and the wafers to soften.

Before serving, garnish with whipped cream, extra strawberries, and crushed vanilla wafers for a beautiful finish.

Tips & Variations

Use strawberry cream sandwich cookies instead of vanilla wafers for a fun twist.

Drizzle a little strawberry syrup between layers for extra flavor.

For a lighter version, use whipped topping instead of heavy cream.

Best served within 1–2 days so the bananas stay fresh.

Conclusion

This Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding is creamy, fruity, and utterly irresistible. With simple ingredients and no baking required, it’s a dessert that feels fancy but is incredibly easy to make. Whether for summer parties, family reunions, or holiday gatherings, this pudding is sure to be the highlight of the dessert table.