Half Banana Pudding half straberry Cheesecake tray

Ingredients:

For the Banana Pudding Layer:

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 package Nilla wafers (or your favorite vanilla wafer cookies)

For the Strawberry Cheesecake Layer:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped (or strawberry jam if you prefer)
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (optional for texture)

For Garnish:

  • Additional sliced bananas
  • Fresh strawberries, whole or sliced
  • Crushed Nilla wafers or graham cracker crumbs (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Banana Pudding Layer:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the milk and instant vanilla pudding mix until it thickens (about 2 minutes).
  • In a separate bowl, beat the heavy creampowdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form (about 3-5 minutes).
  • Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding mixture until combined. This creates a light, fluffy pudding layer.
  • Set aside and prepare the rest of the dessert layers.

2. Prepare the Strawberry Cheesecake Layer:

  • Beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
  • In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form (like for the banana pudding layer).
  • Gradually fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, adding vanilla extract and sour cream as you go, until everything is well combined and creamy.
  • Stir in the chopped strawberries (or strawberry jam) for that fresh, fruity kick.
  • If you like a bit of texture, you can fold in some graham cracker crumbs for that cheesecake crust vibe.

3. Assemble the Trifle:

  • Use a large trifle dish or individual clear glasses (this way you can see the beautiful layers!).
  • Start with a layer of vanilla wafer cookies on the bottom of the dish, slightly breaking them if necessary to cover the bottom.
  • Spoon a layer of banana pudding over the wafers.
  • Add a layer of sliced bananas on top of the pudding layer.
  • Repeat the process until you reach the top, alternating between the banana pudding and cheesecake layers. Make sure to end with a generous layer of strawberry cheesecake mixture on top.

4. Garnish & Chill:

  • Garnish with extra sliced bananas, fresh strawberries, and a sprinkle of crushed Nilla wafers or graham cracker crumbs for some crunch.
  • Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight works best!) so all the flavors can meld together.

5. Serve & Enjoy:

  • Scoop into individual servings and enjoy this dreamy, layered dessert!

Enjoy!

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