Banana Strawberry Cheesecake

By lamarandrose

Another classic combination, something about strawberries and bananas just go so well together. They’re constantly paired up in smoothies or yogurt, so why not get a little more decadent with it and try them out in a cheesecake? The verdict: just as delicious if not MORE tasty!

Ingredients

• For the cheesecake:
• 1 pre-made store-bought graham cracker crust
• 1 package cream cheese, softened to room temperature
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 1 container cool whip or other whipped topping
• 2 ripe bananas
• 1 2/3 cups milk
• 1 container instant banana pudding mix
• For the glaze:
• 1 lbs fresh strawberries, washed and cut
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• Read more: http://www.recipe4living.com/recipes/banana_strawberry_cheesecake.htm#ixzz39Y0uGcae

Preparation

Step 1

For the cheesecake:

Mix together the pudding mix and milk and wait for a few minutes until it firms up.

In a big bowl, mix together the cream cheese and sugar. Then mix in the pudding. Fold in the whipped topping.

Cut the bananas into slices and spread a layer into the pre-made crust.
Pour the pudding mixture on top of the bananas and let it chill for 3 hours.


For the Glaze:

Combine everything in a pot and cook over the stove at medium-low heat for 30 minutes. Let cool in the fridge for several hours.
Pour the glaze over the cheesecake when you serve.