Description
Creamy and indulgent, Banana Pudding Cheesecake Bars combine the rich tang of cheesecake with the sweet comfort of banana pudding. Topped with whipped cream and crunchy vanilla wafers, this dessert is perfect for gatherings or a delightful treat anytime.
Ingredients
- Vanilla wafer crumbs: 1 ½ cups
- Melted butter: ½ cup
- Cream cheese (softened): 16 oz
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup
- Large eggs: 2
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Sour cream: ½ cup
- Ripe bananas (mashed): 2
- Instant banana pudding mix (3.4 oz): 1 package
- Cold milk: 2 cups
- Whipped cream: optional
- Additional vanilla wafers for garnish: optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper or grease it.
- Mix vanilla wafer crumbs with melted butter and press firmly into the pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes and cool.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and sour cream.
- Spread cheesecake mixture over crust. Bake for 25–30 minutes until set. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Whisk pudding mix with milk until thick. Spread over chilled cheesecake.
- Top with whipped cream and vanilla wafers if desired. Slice into bars and serve.
Notes
- To customize, try chocolate crusts, caramel drizzles, or fresh banana slices.
- For gluten-free, use gluten-free vanilla wafers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
