Ingredients:
For the Cheesecake Filling:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 package (3.4 oz) instant banana pudding mix
1 1/2 cups cold milk
For the Cones:
10-12 waffle cones or sugar cones
1 cup crushed vanilla wafer cookies
2 tbsp melted butter
For Garnish:
Sliced bananas
Whipped cream
Crushed vanilla wafer cookies
Caramel drizzle (optional)
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
Beat the cream cheese:
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Whip the cream:
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
Prepare the banana pudding:
In another bowl, whisk together the instant banana pudding mix and cold milk until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
Combine:
Gently fold the prepared banana pudding into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined. Refrigerate while preparing the cones.
Prepare the Cones:
Make the crushed cookie coating:
In a small bowl, mix the crushed vanilla wafer cookies with melted butter until evenly coated.
Coat the cones:
Dip the top edges of the waffle or sugar cones into the melted butter mixture, then roll in the crushed vanilla wafer cookies to create a cookie rim. Let the cones sit for a few minutes to set.
Assemble the Cheesecake Cones:
Fill the cones:
Spoon or pipe the banana pudding cheesecake filling into the prepared cones, filling them generously.
Garnish and Serve:
Add toppings:
Top each cone with a slice of banana, a dollop of whipped cream, extra crushed vanilla wafers, and a drizzle of caramel if desired.
