Description

This Banana Pudding Dessert Cheese Ball is a creamy, no-bake treat combining the flavors of banana cream pudding and vanilla wafers. Perfect as a party dip or a fun, shareable dessert, it features a smooth cream cheese and butter base mixed with instant banana pudding and powdered sugar, then coated in crushed vanilla wafers and served with mini wafers or fresh banana slices. It’s easy to prepare and delightfully indulgent.

Ingredients

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Cheese Ball Mixture

1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 package (3.4 oz) instant banana cream pudding mix (dry)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup crushed vanilla wafers (plus extra for coating)

For Serving

Mini vanilla wafers
Sliced bananas

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Instructions

Beat cream cheese and butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This creates a rich base for the cheese ball.
Add pudding mix and flavorings: Mix in the dry instant banana cream pudding mix, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Continue beating until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is fluffy.
Fold in crushed wafers: Gently fold the crushed vanilla wafers into the creamy mixture, ensuring an even distribution without crushing the wafers too much.
Shape and chill: Scoop the batter onto a large piece of plastic wrap. Use the wrap to shape the mixture into a tight ball. Wrap it well and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up the cheese ball.
Coat and serve: Just before serving, roll the chilled cheese ball in additional crushed vanilla wafers to coat the exterior. Arrange on a serving plate alongside mini vanilla wafers and banana slices for dipping.

Notes

For best flavor and texture, let the cheese ball sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before serving.
You can prepare the cheese ball up to 2 days in advance and store it refrigerated.
If storing overnight, avoid using fresh banana slices to prevent browning; serve them fresh instead.