Description
These Banana Pudding Cheesecake Cones are a fun and irresistible twist on classic desserts, combining creamy cheesecake filling, sweet banana pudding, and crunchy cones into one handheld treat. Perfect as a quick dessert, easy party snack, or creative food idea, this no-bake recipe delivers layers of flavor and texture in every bite.
Ingredients
8 waffle cones
8 oz cream cheese softened
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 box instant banana pudding mix
1 1/2 cups cold milk
3 bananas sliced
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
4 tbsp melted butter
1/3 cup caramel sauce or honey
1 cup whipped cream optional
Instructions
1. Mix melted butter with graham cracker crumbs until combined, then dip cone rims into caramel or honey and coat with crumbs.
2. Whisk banana pudding mix with cold milk until thick, then let it set for a few minutes.
3. Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
5. Fold the prepared banana pudding into the cheesecake mixture until smooth and fluffy.
6. Slice bananas evenly and lightly coat with lemon juice if desired.
7. Add banana slices to the bottom of each cone, then pipe or spoon in the filling.
8. Repeat layering bananas and filling until cones are full.
9. Pipe a decorative swirl of filling on top and drizzle with caramel sauce.
10. Add extra crumbs or whipped cream if desired, then chill for 20–30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese for the smoothest filling texture.
Assemble cones shortly before serving to keep them crisp and prevent sogginess.
For a lighter version, substitute part of the cream cheese with Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cone
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: banana pudding cheesecake cones, easy dessert, no bake dessert, quick sweet treat, party dessert, banana dessert