This Creamy Banana Pudding Cheesecake is the dreamy, creamy, melt-in-your-mouth dessert you didn’t know you needed - until now!
The combination of cream cheese, banana pudding mix, sour cream, and sugar creates a scrumptious filling topped with bananas, vanilla wafers, and whipped cream.

If you love banana pudding and cheesecake, why choose? This banana pudding cheesecake recipe combines the best of both worlds for a smooth, velvety, and totally irresistible treat.
If you love easy desserts, you may also like these no-bake desserts and this classic banana bread recipe.
WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS CREAMY BANANA PUDDING CHEESECAKE
- Two Desserts in One - It combines two beloved classics with banana pudding and cheesecake into one irresistible treat.
- Foolproof & Easy - With simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions, this recipe is perfect for beginners and experienced bakers alike.
- Perfect for Any Occasion - Whether it’s a family gathering, holiday, or just a weekend treat, this cheesecake is guaranteed to be a hit.
- Make-Ahead Friendly - It tastes even better after chilling, so you can prepare it in advance for stress-free entertaining.
- Deliciously Creamy - The combination of smooth cheesecake, luscious banana pudding, and crunchy vanilla wafers creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Kitchen Tools:
- 1 9-inch Springform Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Food Processor/Blender
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients:
- Crust
- 2 cups graham crackers, crushed
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake
- 24 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ tablespoons all purpose flour
- 3.4 ounces banana pudding mix
- 4 eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
Topping
- Whipped Cream
- Sliced Bananas
- Vanilla Wafers
HOW TO MAKE CREAMY BANANA PUDDING CHEESECAKE
- Prepare a springform pan lined with parchment paper on the bottom and around the sides.
- Blend the vanilla wafers in a food processor or blender until crumbs. In a mixing bowl add the crumbs and brown sugar. Mix together with a fork until evenly distributed.
- Pour in the melted butter and stir again with the fork until combined. Pour this into the prepared springform pan. Press into the bottom of the pan evenly. The flat bottom of a small glass works perfectly for this—place in the freezer.
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Blend the cream cheese with a hand mixer in a large mixing bowl until smooth for the cheesecake filling.
- Add the white sugar, salt, flour and banana pudding mix to the cream cheese. Blend again until combined.
- Add each egg to the mixture one at a time, mixing in between each addition. On the addition of the last egg, also add the vanilla extract and sour cream before mixing one last time until smooth.
- Take the graham cracker crust and pour cheesecake filling into the pan.
- Use a rubber spatula to smooth the top of the cheesecake.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the edges of the cheesecake are set and the center is still a bit jiggly. Then turn off the oven and open the oven door. Let sit and finish cooking for another hour.
- Remove from the oven and cover with plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 6 hours or overnight. Release from the springform pan and remove the parchment paper.
- To finish the cheesecake, alternate between whipped cream, banana slices, and vanilla wafers around the edge.
- Cut and serve!
See how easy that was? Whether you’re sharing it with family or sneaking an extra slice for yourself, this sweet treat is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
Banana Pudding Cheesecake
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Author: Recipe Idea Shop
Equipment
- 1 9" Springform Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Food Processor/Blender
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
Crust
- 2 cups graham crackers, crushed
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake
- 24 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1.5 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 3.4 ounces banana pudding mix
- 4 eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
Topping
- Whipped Cream
- Sliced Bananas
- Vanilla Wafers
Instructions
- Prepare a springform pan lined with parchment paper on the bottom and around the sides.
- Blend the vanilla wafers in a food processor or blender until crumbs. In a mixing bowl add the crumbs and brown sugar. Mix together with a fork until evenly distributed.
- Pour in the melted butter and stir again with the fork until combined. Pour this into the prepared springform pan. Press into the bottom of the pan evenly. The flat bottom of a small glass works perfectly for this. Place in the freezer.
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large mixing bowl, blend the cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth for the cheesecake filling.
- Add the white sugar, salt, flour and banana pudding mix to the cream cheese. Blend again until combined.
- Add each egg to the mixture one at a time, mixing in between each addition. On the addition of the last egg, also add the vanilla extract and sour cream before mixing one last time until smooth.
- Take the graham cracker crust and pour cheesecake filling into the pan.
- Use a rubber spatula to smooth the top of the cheesecake.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the edges of the cheesecake are set and the center is still a bit jiggly. Then turn off the oven and open the oven door. Let sit and finish cooking for another hour.
- Remove from the oven and cover with plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 6 hours or overnight. Release from the springform pan and remove the parchment paper.
- Finish the cheesecake by alternating between whipped cream, banana slices and vanilla wafers around the edge of the cheesecake.
- Cut and serve.
Nutrition (may vary depending on ingredients and amounts used)
Kathy acquired the blog, Recipe Idea Shop in 2024. She was raised on a farm in Arkansas where having a big garden and good food to eat was the norm. She shares recipes for homemade comfort food and new trending dishes.