Description
This Banana Pudding Dessert Cheese Ball is a delightful and creamy treat that combines the flavors of banana cream pudding, cream cheese, and vanilla wafer cookies. Perfect for parties and gatherings, it’s an easy-to-make no-bake dessert that delivers rich texture and nostalgic taste in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Ball Mixture
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant banana cream pudding mix
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
Coating
- 1 cup crushed vanilla wafer cookies
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter, beating until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, instant banana cream pudding mix, and brown sugar, continuing to mix until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Form the Cheese Ball: Using your hands or a spatula, shape the mixture into a ball. Wrap it in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to firm up and allow the flavors to meld.
- Coat with Crushed Cookies: Once chilled, remove the cheese ball from the refrigerator, unwrap, and roll it in crushed vanilla wafer cookies, pressing gently to adhere a uniform coating around the ball.
- Final Chill and Serve: Return the coated cheese ball to the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving. Serve with additional cookies or crackers for dipping.
Notes
- For best results, ensure butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature before mixing for a smoother consistency.
- If you prefer a stronger banana flavor, add a few drops of banana extract to the mixture.
- This cheese ball can be made a day in advance and kept refrigerated to enhance flavors.
- Serve with graham crackers or vanilla wafers as dippers for a classic pairing.
