Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding

Ingredients

For the Cheesecake Layer:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup whipped cream or Cool Whip
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Pudding Layer:

• 2 cups milk
• 1 box (3.4 oz) vanilla instant pudding mix

For Assembly:

• 2-3 ripe bananas, sliced
• 1 cup strawberries, sliced
• 1 package (11 oz) vanilla wafer cookies
• Extra strawberries for garnish

Instructions

1. Make the Cheesecake Layer:

• In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
• Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
• Gently fold in whipped cream or Cool Whip until well blended.

1. Prepare the Pudding:

• In another bowl, whisk together the milk and vanilla pudding mix for about 2 minutes until thickened.

1. Layer the Pudding:

• In a 9×13 inch dish, start by placing a layer of vanilla wafer cookies at the bottom.
• Add a layer of sliced bananas over the cookies.
• Spread half of the cheesecake mixture over the bananas.
• Pour half of the prepared vanilla pudding over the cheesecake layer.
• Add another layer of vanilla wafers, bananas, and the remaining cheesecake mixture.
• Finish with the last half of the vanilla pudding and smooth it out.

1. Top with Strawberries:

• Arrange sliced strawberries on top of the pudding layer for garnish.

1. Chill:

• Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.

1. Serve:

• Serve chilled, garnished with extra strawberries if desired. Enjoy your Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding!

Tips:

• You can add a sprinkle of crushed graham crackers on top for extra texture.
• Feel free to substitute with different fruits like blueberries or peaches for variation.

Enjoy your dessert!