Banana Pudding Cheesecake Cones
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup heavy cream whipped
For the Banana Pudding Layer:
- 1 box 3.4 oz instant banana pudding mix
- 1 ½ cups cold milk
- 1 banana sliced
For Assembly:
- 6 waffle cones
- ½ cup crushed vanilla wafers
- Whipped cream for topping
- Caramel drizzle optional
- Extra vanilla wafers and banana slices for garnish
Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture. Set aside.
2️⃣ Prepare the Banana Pudding
- In another bowl, whisk the instant banana pudding mix with cold milk for about 2 minutes until it thickens. Let it sit for a few minutes to set properly.
3️⃣ Assemble the Cones
- Take each waffle cone and add a spoonful of crushed vanilla wafers at the bottom (this helps soak up extra moisture).
- Spoon or pipe a layer of cheesecake filling into the cone.
- Add a few banana slices on top.
- Spoon in some banana pudding, filling the cone almost to the top.
- Repeat layers if desired for a fuller cone.
4️⃣ Garnish and Serve
- Top each cone with a swirl of whipped cream.
- Sprinkle extra crushed vanilla wafers on top.
- Drizzle with caramel for added decadence.
- Garnish with a banana slice and a whole vanilla wafer on the side.
Notes
- Crispier Cones: To keep waffle cones from getting soggy, brush the inside with melted chocolate and let it harden before filling.
- Flavor Boost: Try adding a little cinnamon or nutmeg to the crushed vanilla wafers for extra flavor.
- Alternate Toppings: Crushed nuts, sprinkles, white chocolate drizzle, or even mini chocolate chips can be fun additions!
- No Waffle Cones? Use mini dessert cups instead!