This Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding recipe blends fresh strawberries, creamy cheesecake, and classic banana pudding into a dreamy, no-bake dessert. Easy to prepare and full of fruity, creamy layers, it's perfect for potlucks, holidays, or a sweet summer treat.
1 (3.4 oz) package instant banana pudding mix
2 cups cold milk
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12 oz) container whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
1 box vanilla wafers
3–4 ripe bananas, sliced
1½ cups fresh strawberries, sliced
In a bowl, whisk together banana pudding mix and cold milk; let set.
In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sweetened condensed milk and mix until combined.
Fold in the whipped topping until smooth.
Gently combine pudding mixture with the cream cheese mixture.
In a trifle dish or large bowl, layer vanilla wafers, sliced bananas, and strawberries.
Spread a layer of the pudding mixture over the fruit. Repeat layers until ingredients are used up, finishing with pudding on top.
Chill in refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness.
You can substitute fresh whipped cream for Cool Whip if preferred.
Best consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.