Strawberry Cheesecake Banana Pudding

Ingredients

• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 (5.1 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 ½ cups cold milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (Cool Whip)
• 1 box vanilla wafers
• 4–5 ripe bananas, sliced
• 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, sliced
• Optional: extra whipped topping & crushed wafers for garnish

Instructions

1. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
   In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sweetened condensed milk and mix until well combined.
2. Prepare the Pudding:
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk. Let it sit for 2–3 minutes to thicken.
3. Combine:
   Add the thickened pudding to the cream cheese mixture. Stir in vanilla extract. Fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated and fluffy.
4. Assemble the Layers:
   In a trifle dish or a large bowl, start with a layer of vanilla wafers, followed by sliced bananas, sliced strawberries, and a layer of the cheesecake pudding mixture. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with pudding on top.
5. Chill:
   Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best flavor and texture.
6. Serve:
   Garnish with more strawberries, banana slices, whipped topping, or crushed wafers before serving.

Let me know if you want a smaller serving version or a no-dairy alternative!