This Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding Dessert is creamy, fruity, crunchy, and easy to make. It has layers of cookie crumbs, cheesecake filling, sliced bananas, strawberries, and a sweet strawberry sauce.
It is the perfect no-bake dessert for family gatherings, birthdays, holidays, potlucks, or anytime you want something fresh and comforting.
Ingredients
For the Crunchy Base
- 2 ½ cups crushed vanilla wafers, graham crackers, or digestive biscuits
- ½ cup butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, optional
For the Cheesecake Pudding Cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk, 14 oz
- 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix, 3.4 oz
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups whipped topping or whipped cream
For the Fruit Layers
- 3 bananas, sliced
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
- ¾ cup strawberry jam or strawberry dessert sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For Topping
- Extra crushed cookies
- Fresh strawberries
- Banana slices
- A light sprinkle of cinnamon or powdered sugar, optional
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cookie Crumb Base
In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed cookies, melted butter, and brown sugar if using.
Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
Press half of the crumb mixture into the bottom of a medium glass baking dish.
Save the remaining crumbs for the topping.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Pudding Cream
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix with cold milk until it begins to thicken.
Add the pudding mixture to the cream cheese mixture and stir until smooth.
Gently fold in the whipped topping or whipped cream until the filling is light and creamy.
Step 3: Prepare the Strawberry Sauce
In a small bowl, mix the strawberry jam or strawberry sauce with lemon juice.
This helps brighten the flavor and balances the sweetness.
Step 4: Assemble the Layers
Spread a layer of cheesecake pudding cream over the cookie crumb base.
Add a layer of sliced bananas.
Spoon some strawberry sauce over the bananas, then add chopped strawberries.
Repeat with another layer of cream, fruit, and sauce until the dish is filled.
Step 5: Add the Topping
Sprinkle the remaining cookie crumbs over the top.
Decorate with fresh strawberries and banana slices.
Add a light dusting of cinnamon or powdered sugar if desired.
Step 6: Chill Before Serving
Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
For the best flavor and texture, chill overnight so the layers can set properly.
Tips for the Best Dessert
Use bananas that are ripe but still firm so they hold their shape.
Lightly toss banana slices with a little lemon juice to help prevent browning.
Add fresh banana slices on top shortly before serving if making this dessert ahead.
For a stronger cheesecake flavor, add a little lemon zest to the cream mixture.
Storage
Store the dessert covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezing is not recommended because the bananas and cream filling may change texture.
Final Thoughts
This Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding Dessert is a beautiful combination of banana pudding, strawberry cheesecake, and a creamy layered dessert. It is sweet, fresh, crunchy, and perfect for sharing.
Every bite has creamy cheesecake pudding, soft bananas, juicy strawberries, and buttery cookie crumbs.
