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Creamy Banana Pudding Cheesecake Bars

A delicious fusion of banana pudding and cheesecake in a convenient bar form, perfect for dessert lovers.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
  • 1 cup vanilla pudding mix, prepared
  • 1 cup whipped topping
  • 1 banana, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  3. Bake crust for 8 minutes, then let cool slightly.
  4. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and mashed bananas, mixing well.
  5. Pour cheesecake mixture over the crust and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set. Let cool completely.
  6. Spread prepared vanilla pudding over the cooled cheesecake layer, then top with whipped topping.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing. Garnish with banana slices before serving.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.