Banana Cream Cheesecake Bars
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If you’ve ever dreamed of the creamy comfort of banana pudding with the rich indulgence of cheesecake, these Banana Cream Cheesecake Squares are your dream come true. They’re a fusion of two beloved classics, layered into easy-to-serve squares that taste like a hug from Grandma — with a modern twist.
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Each bite delivers velvety cream cheese, sweet banana pudding, and a buttery Nilla wafer crust, topped with whipped cream and fresh banana slices if you’re feeling fancy. It’s dessert magic, made simple.
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📋 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Nilla wafer cookie crumbs | 3 cups (approx. 11 oz) |
| Unsalted butter, melted | ½ cup |
| Heavy whipping cream | 1 pint |
| Granulated sugar | ¾ cup |
| Cream cheese, softened | 24 oz (3 packages, 8 oz each) |
| Instant banana cream pudding mix | 2 packages (3.4 oz each) |
| Optional garnish | Whipped cream & banana slices |
👩🍳 Instructions
- Make the crust: Combine cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press firmly into a parchment-lined 8×8 inch pan. Chill while you prepare the filling.
- Whip the cream: Beat heavy cream and sugar until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- Mix the filling: In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add pudding mix and blend well. Gently fold in the whipped cream until fully combined.
- Assemble: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Serve: Cut into 9 squares. Garnish with whipped cream and banana slices just before serving, if desired.
