Step 1

to 325°F (163°C).

Step 2

Mix the crushed vanilla wafers and melted butter in a bowl until well combined. Press the mixture onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms peaks. Gently fold in the banana pudding mix until smooth.

Step 5

Carefully fold the banana cream mixture into the cream cheese mixture. Pour the mixture over the prepared crust. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Step 6

Before serving, garnish with sliced bananas and additional vanilla wafers.