Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan with parchment paper in the bottom and grease the sides.

Combine the crust ingredients in a small bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the springform pan.

Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool.

Cover the outsides of the pan with aluminum foil so that water from the water bath cannot get in. Set prepared pan aside.

Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (148°C).

In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, flour and pudding mix on low speed until well combined and smooth.

Add the sour cream and mix on low speed until well combined.

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing slowly to combine after each addition.

Add the mashed banana and vanilla extract and mix on low speed until well combined.

Pour the cheesecake batter into the crust.

Place the springform pan inside another larger pan. Fill the outside pan with enough warm water to go about halfway up the sides of the springform pan.

Bake for 1 hour 30-45 minutes. The center should be set, but still jiggly.

Turn off the oven and leave the door closed for 30 minutes.

Crack the door of the oven for 30 minutes to allow the cheesecake to continue to cool slowly.

Remove the cheesecake from the oven and water bath wrapping and refrigerate until cool and firm, 5-6 hours or overnight.

When cooled and ready to serve, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and place on a serving plate.

To make the whipped cream, add the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar and vanilla extract to a large mixer bowl and whip on high speed until stiff peaks form.

Place a layer of sliced bananas on top of the cheesecake, then pipe a layer of whipped cream swirls on top.

Finish off the cheesecake with a few more banana slices and vanilla wafers.

Cheesecake is best when stored well covered in the fridge for 3-4 days.