Banana Pudding Cheesecake Bars: A Unique Dessert

This delightful dessert combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the sweet and nostalgic flavors of banana pudding. With layers of creamy cheesecake, banana pudding, and a buttery cookie crust, these bars are sure to satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients:

Crust:

• 2 cups crushed vanilla wafer cookies
• 1/4 cup melted butter

Cheesecake Filling:

• 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1 ripe banana, mashed

Banana Pudding Layer:

• 1 (3.4-ounce) package instant banana pudding mix
• 1 1/2 cups cold milk
• 1/2 cup whipped topping (optional)

Assembly:

• 1 cup whipped topping (or whipped cream)
• 1-2 ripe bananas, sliced
• Additional vanilla wafers, crushed, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prep and Bake Crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Combine crushed cookies and melted butter. Press into a greased 8×8 inch pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Cool.
2. Make Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Mix in sour cream, vanilla, eggs, and mashed banana.
3. Assemble: Pour filling over crust. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until set. Cool completely, then refrigerate.
4. Make Pudding Layer: Whisk pudding mix and milk. Fold in whipped topping, if using.
5. Assemble: Spread pudding layer over chilled cheesecake. Top with whipped topping, banana slices, and crushed cookies. Refrigerate until set.

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Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cook Time: 40-50 minutes | Chill Time: 2-3 hours

FAQ:

• Can I use a different type of cookie crust? Yes, you can use graham cracker crumbs or Oreo cookie crumbs.
• Can I use fresh bananas instead of frozen? Yes, you can use fresh bananas, but you may need to adjust the amount of liquid in the recipe.
• Can I make this dessert ahead of time? Yes, you can make this dessert ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These Banana Pudding Cheesecake Bars are a decadent and delicious dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. They’re easy to make, and the combination of flavors is simply irresistible.