Description
Indulge in this decadent Banana Pudding Cheesecake Cake, a delightful combination of moist yellow cake, creamy cheesecake, and luscious banana pudding. This show-stopping dessert is perfect for special occasions or whenever you’re craving a sweet treat.
Ingredients
For the Cake Layers:
- 1 box yellow cake mix (plus ingredients listed on box, usually eggs, oil, and water)
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup sour cream
For the Banana Pudding Layer:
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant banana cream pudding mix
- 1½ cups cold milk
- 1 cup whipped topping
For the Assembly and Topping:
- 1½ cups whipped topping
- 1–2 bananas, sliced
- ½ cup crushed vanilla wafers
- Whole wafers for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Cheesecake Layer: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream. Pour into prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes or until center is set. Let cool completely, then refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Make the Cake Layers: Prepare yellow cake mix according to package instructions and divide batter evenly between two 9-inch round pans. Bake as directed, then let cool completely.
- Make the Banana Pudding Layer: Whisk together pudding mix and cold milk until thickened. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping. Refrigerate until ready to assemble.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread half the banana pudding mixture over the top. Carefully place the cheesecake layer on top, then spread the remaining pudding mixture. Add the second cake layer. Frost the entire cake with whipped topping. Decorate with sliced bananas and crushed vanilla wafers. Garnish with whole wafers if desired. Chill for 1–2 hours before serving.
Notes
- To prevent banana slices from browning, dip them in lemon juice before placing on the cake.
- For a stronger banana flavor, add mashed banana to the pudding mixture or use banana extract.
