Cookie Butter Banana Pudding Cheesecake Cake
A layered dessert that combines cookie butter, cream cheese, and ripe bananas for a nostalgic flavor reminiscent of childhood sweets.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe bananas Aim for ripe but firm bananas.
- 1 cup cookie butter Warm it slightly if too stiff.
- 2 cups cream cheese Make sure it's at room temperature for easy mixing.
- 1 cup heavy cream Whipped until stiff peaks form.
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 package vanilla wafers Can substitute with other cookies if needed.
- 1 cup sliced strawberries Optional, for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add cookie butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
Layering
- In a serving dish, layer vanilla wafers, banana slices, and the cheesecake mixture.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with the cheesecake layer on top.
Chilling
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Before serving, garnish with sliced strawberries if desired.
Notes
Don't rush the chilling stage; let it set properly. If your whipped cream melts, it's not the end. Keep a spoon handy for tasting!