Banana Pudding Lasagna
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Banana Pudding Lasagna
Description
The Banana Pudding Lasagna starts with a crust of finely ground vanilla wafers mixed with melted butter pressed into a dish. The cheesecake layer is a blend of cream cheese whipped with sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream, folded together with thickened banana pudding mix made from instant pudding powder and milk. This creamy mixture is layered alternately with sliced bananas and whole vanilla wafers.
The texture ranges from smooth, fluffy cheesecake to soft banana slices and crisp wafer bites. Refrigeration for at least two hours helps the layers set and flavors to combine. The dessert is served chilled and offers a sweet banana and vanilla profile with a mix of creamy and crunchy elements.
Using ripe yet firm bananas balances flavor and texture without becoming mushy. Preparing components before assembly simplifies layering. Ensure even spreading for clean layers. Allow the dessert to warm slightly at room temperature before serving for the best eating experience.
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 2 pkg (11 oz) vanilla wafers
- 6 tablespoon butter melted
Cheesecake Layer Ingredients
- 2 pkgs (8 oz) cream cheese (16 oz cream cheese total)
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box (3.4 oz) banana pudding I used Jell-O Instant Pudding & Pie Filling, Banana Cream, 3.4-Ounce Box
- 1 ¾ cups milk
- 5 large banana sliced
Instructions
Crust Directions
- Place a box of vanilla wafers in a blender or food processor. Blend to fine crumbs.
- Mix vanilla wafer crumbs and melted butter with a fork.
- Press mixture into a 9x13 baking dish. Set aside.
Cheesecake Layer Directions
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until fluffy.
- Add heavy whipping cream and vanilla. Beat until until stiff peaks form.
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat banana pudding mix and milk together until it thickens.
- Add pudding to the cream cheese mixture. Blend together.
Assembly Directions
- Spread half or cheesecake mixture over crust.
- Add a layer of sliced bananas.
- Add a layer of whole vanilla wafers.
- Spread remaining cheesecake mixture over top of vanilla wafers.
- Add a layer of sliced bananas.
- Crush the remaining vanilla wafers into smaller chunks and sprinkle them over top of banana layer.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, if not overnight, and serve.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm bananas with some brown spots to achieve optimal flavor and texture in the lasagna.
- Prepare all ingredients ahead to make assembly smoother and ensure even layering.
- Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow layers to set fully.
- Remove from fridge 10–15 minutes before serving to soften slightly for better texture.
- Cover the dessert while refrigerating to prevent drying out or absorbing fridge odors.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 154 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 154kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 36mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 148mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 427IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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