Description
This no-bake Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding is a dreamy layered dessert featuring rich cheesecake filling, ripe bananas, sweet strawberries, graham cracker crust, and fluffy whipped topping. It’s a chilled treat perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or just because.
Ingredients
- Cream Cheese: 8 ounces, softened
- Instant Banana Pudding Mix: Two 3.4-ounce boxes
- Milk: 2 cups
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: 1 can (14 ounces)
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Whipped Topping: 16 ounces
- Fresh Bananas: 3 large, sliced
- Fresh Strawberries: 2 cups, sliced
- Graham Cracker Crumbs: 1 ½ cups
- Butter: 5 tablespoons, melted
Instructions
- Soften cream cheese and beat until smooth in a large mixing bowl.
- Add sweetened condensed milk, milk, and banana pudding mix. Beat until fully combined.
- Fold in the whipped topping gently until mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
- Press the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 dish to form the crust.
- Layer sliced bananas over the crust, then spread half of the pudding mixture on top.
- Add a layer of strawberries, then repeat with more bananas and remaining pudding mixture.
- Top with more strawberries and whipped topping if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
- Before serving, garnish with additional strawberries and crushed graham crackers if desired.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm bananas for the best texture and sweetness.
- Chilling overnight enhances flavor and ensures clean layers when serving.
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the graham cracker base.
- Layer in clear cups or jars for individual servings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: banana pudding, strawberry cheesecake, no bake dessert, summer dessert, creamy pudding, fruit trifle, layered dessert