Description
Creamy, fruity, and no-bake — layers of cheesecake pudding, fresh fruit, and vanilla wafers for the perfect crowd-pleasing dessert!
Ingredients
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2 ripe bananas, sliced
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1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
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1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups whipped topping (Cool Whip or similar)
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1 package (3.4 oz) instant cheesecake pudding mix
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2 cups milk
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1 package (12 oz) vanilla wafers
Instructions
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Make the Cream Cheese Layer:
Beat cream cheese until smooth. Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla.
Fold in whipped topping until creamy. -
Prepare the Pudding:
Whisk cheesecake pudding mix with milk for 2 minutes until thickened. -
Assemble the Layers:
Place half the vanilla wafers at the bottom of a trifle dish or bowl.
Spread half the cream cheese mixture over wafers.
Top with half the banana slices and strawberries. -
Repeat:
Layer remaining wafers, cream cheese mixture, bananas, and strawberries.
Top with any leftover whipped topping and garnish with extra strawberries.
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Chill:
Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving. Chill overnight for best flavor.
Notes
Creamy, fruity, sweet, and simple — the perfect make-ahead dessert for gatherings or summer treats!