🍌🍮 Caramel Banana Pudding Cheesecake – A Heavenly Dessert! 🍮🍌


Introduction
This Caramel Banana Pudding Cheesecake is the ultimate indulgence! 🍰✨ With a buttery graham cracker crust, a rich banana-infused cheesecake filling, and a luscious caramel drizzle, this dessert is a perfect balance of creamy, sweet, and decadent flavors. Whether for a special occasion or just because, this cheesecake will have everyone coming back for seconds!

📋 Ingredients
For the Crust:
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs 🍪
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, melted 🧈
For the Cheesecake Filling:
16 oz cream cheese, softened 🧀
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs 🥚
1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
½ cup mashed ripe bananas 🍌
¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 (3.4 oz) box banana pudding mix
¾ cup whole milk 🥛
For the Caramel Topping:
½ cup caramel sauce 🍯
1 tablespoon heavy cream (for extra smooth caramel, optional)
For Garnish:
Sliced bananas 🍌
Whipped cream
Crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers 🍪
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Bake for 8–10 minutes, then let cool while preparing the filling.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling: