Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake and Banana Pudding Cheesecake

This layered cheesecake is the perfect mashup of two crowd-pleasing desserts. Whether you’re entertaining guests or surprising your family, this creamy, fruity, and crunchy masterpiece will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

Crust:

• 2 cups crushed vanilla wafers or graham crackers
• ½ cup melted butter
• ¼ cup sugar

Cheesecake Base:

• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup sour cream

Strawberry Crunch Layer:

• 1 cup crushed golden Oreos
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• ½ cup fresh strawberries, chopped
• ½ cup strawberry glaze or preserves

Banana Pudding Layer:

• 1 cup banana pudding (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 banana, sliced
• ½ cup whipped cream

Toppings:

• Fresh strawberries
• Sliced bananas
• Strawberry syrup
• Crushed vanilla wafers

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Combine crushed vanilla wafers, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
3. Press mixture into the bottom of a baking pan.
4. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool completely.

2. Make the Cheesecake Base:

1. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
2. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each.
3. Mix in vanilla and sour cream until well combined.
4. Pour over the crust and bake for 35–40 minutes.
5. Cool and refrigerate until set (at least 2 hours).

3. Assemble the Layers:

Strawberry Side:

1. Mix crushed Oreos with melted butter and sprinkle over one half of the cheesecake.
2. Add chopped strawberries and drizzle with glaze.

Banana Side:

1. Spread banana pudding over the other half.
2. Add banana slices and top with whipped cream.

4. Add Final Toppings:

1. Top with more strawberries and bananas.
2. Drizzle with syrup and sprinkle with crushed vanilla wafers.
3. Chill 1 hour before serving for best results.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories	Fat	Carbohydrates	Protein	Sugar	Fiber
420 kcal	27 g	38 g	6 g	25 g	2 g

Storage Tips

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Not recommended for freezing due to the fruit layers.

Helpful Tips

• Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother base.
• Let each layer chill briefly before adding the next to keep layers distinct.
• Want extra crunch? Add a handful of toasted nuts on top.