Can I make Banana Pudding Cheesecake Cones ahead of time?

Yes! You can prepare the components (cheesecake filling, banana pudding, and crushed wafers) up to 24 hours in advance and store them separately in the refrigerator. However, it's best to assemble the cones just before serving to prevent the cones from becoming soggy. If needed, assemble them 1-2 hours before serving for optimal freshness and texture.

How do I prevent the cones from getting soggy?

To prevent sogginess, start by adding a layer of crushed vanilla wafers at the bottom of each cone. You can also brush the inside of the cones with melted white chocolate before filling them, which creates a moisture barrier to keep the cones crispy.

Can I use real bananas in these cones?

Absolutely! Fresh banana slices can be added between the layers of cheesecake filling and banana pudding for added flavor and texture. Just be mindful that bananas will brown over time, so it's best to add them right before serving.

What if I don't have waffle cones?

If you don’t have waffle cones, you can serve the dessert in small cups, ice cream bowls, or even sugar cones. The dessert will still be just as delicious, though you’ll miss the crispy crunch of the waffle cone.

Banana Pudding Cheesecake Cones – Easy No-Bake Treat

Name: Banana Pudding Cheesecake Cones
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz cream cheese, softened; ½ cup powdered sugar; ½ tsp vanilla extract; 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks; 1 package (3.4 oz) instant banana pudding mix; 2 cups cold milk; 8 waffle cones; ½ cup crushed vanilla wafers; Caramel sauce or sweetened condensed milk for drizzling; Extra crushed vanilla wafers for topping

Description

Banana Pudding Cheesecake Cones combine two beloved desserts in a fun, portable format. Creamy cheesecake filling and banana pudding are layered in a crunchy waffle cone, topped with caramel or sweetened condensed milk and crushed vanilla wafers, making this a perfect no-bake treat for summer gatherings, parties, or family get-togethers.

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup powdered sugar
½ tsp vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
1 package (3.4 oz) instant banana pudding mix
2 cups cold milk
8 waffle cones
½ cup crushed vanilla wafers
Caramel sauce or sweetened condensed milk for drizzling
Extra crushed vanilla wafers for topping

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Instructions

Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped cream until fully combined. Transfer to a piping bag.
Whisk the banana pudding mix and cold milk together in a separate bowl until it thickens. Refrigerate for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle a layer of crushed vanilla wafers into the bottom of each waffle cone. Pipe in alternating layers of the cheesecake filling and banana pudding until the cone is filled.
Pipe a swirl of cheesecake filling on top of each cone. Drizzle with caramel sauce or sweetened condensed milk. Sprinkle extra crushed vanilla wafers over the top.
Chill the cones for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.

Notes

To prevent soggy cones, add a layer of crushed vanilla wafers at the bottom of each cone.
Brush the inside of the cones with melted white chocolate to create a moisture barrier if making them ahead of time.
Fresh banana slices can be added between the layers for extra flavor, but they will brown quickly.
For a tropical twist, add coconut extract to the cheesecake filling.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cone
Calories: 385
Sugar: 31g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 70mg