Banana Pudding Dessert Cheese Ball

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This banana pudding cheese ball delivers all the flavors of traditional banana pudding in a convenient, sharable format. Creamy, sweet, and slightly tangy from the cream cheese, it pairs perfectly with graham crackers, cookies, or fresh fruit for dipping. It’s simple, no-bake, and sure to impress guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 3.4 oz package instant banana cream pudding mix
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 cup crushed vanilla wafer cookies

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
2. Add powdered sugar, banana pudding mix, and brown sugar, mixing until fully combined and smooth.
3. Shape the mixture into a ball using your hands or a spatula.
4. Roll the cheese ball in crushed vanilla wafer cookies until fully coated.
5. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.
6. Serve with graham crackers, cookies, or fresh fruit for dipping.

Servings and Timing

• Makes about 8–10 servings
• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Chilling time: 1 hour
• Total time: about 1 hour 10 minutes

Variations

• Chocolate Banana: Mix in mini chocolate chips or cocoa powder for a chocolate twist.
• Nutty Crunch: Roll in chopped nuts instead of vanilla wafers for added texture.
• Mini Cheese Balls: Make individual bite-sized cheese balls for easier serving at parties.
• Tropical: Add crushed pineapple or coconut flakes to the filling for a tropical flavor.
• Sugar-Free: Use sugar substitutes to make a lower-sugar version.

Storage/Reheating

Store the banana pudding cheese ball in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It’s best served chilled and does not require reheating.

FAQs

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes, make it a day in advance; chilling enhances the flavors and helps it firm up.

Can I use low-fat cream cheese?

Yes, but the texture may be slightly less creamy.

Can I freeze this dessert?

It’s not recommended, as the texture may change after freezing.

Can I serve it with something other than cookies?

Yes, graham crackers, pretzels, apple slices, or banana chips work perfectly.

Can I flavor it differently?

Yes, try adding a splash of vanilla, rum extract, or even a hint of caramel for variety.

Conclusion

Banana Pudding Dessert Cheese Ball is a creamy, flavorful, and easy-to-make dessert that brings all the classic banana pudding flavors into a fun, sharable form. With a luscious cream cheese filling and a crunchy wafer coating, it’s perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or casual family treats. Quick to assemble and irresistibly delicious, this cheese ball is sure to be a crowd favorite.

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Banana Pudding Dessert Cheese Ball is a creamy, crowd-pleasing treat that combines classic banana pudding flavors into a fun, shareable cheese ball. Cream cheese and butter create a luscious filling, while crushed vanilla wafers add a crunchy coating. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or family gatherings.

• Author: Julia
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: undefined
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Yield: 8–10 servings
• Category: Dessert, No-Bake
• Method: Mixing, Shaping, Chilling
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

½ cup powdered sugar

3.4 oz package instant banana cream pudding mix

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 cup crushed vanilla wafer cookies

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Instructions

1. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
2. Add powdered sugar, banana pudding mix, and brown sugar; mix until fully combined.
3. Shape mixture into a ball.
4. Roll the cheese ball in crushed vanilla wafer cookies until fully coated.
5. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate at least 1 hour to firm up.
6. Serve with graham crackers, cookies, or fresh fruit for dipping.

Notes

Add mini chocolate chips or cocoa for a chocolate twist.

Roll in chopped nuts for extra texture.

Make individual mini cheese balls for parties.

Add crushed pineapple or coconut flakes for a tropical flavor.

Use sugar substitutes for a lower-sugar version.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 220
• Sugar: 18g
• Sodium: 90mg
• Fat: 14g
• Saturated Fat: 8g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 19g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 3g
• Cholesterol: 35mg