Description
A delightful dessert that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the nostalgic flavors of banana pudding, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Graham cracker crumbs: 1 ½ cups
- Butter: ½ cup (1 stick, melted)
- Cream cheese: 16 oz (softened)
- Sugar: 1 cup
- Eggs: 3 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Ripe bananas: 2 medium (mashed)
- Banana pudding mix: 1 package (3.4 oz)
- Whipped cream: 2 cups (for topping)
- Banana slices: for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a baking dish and bake for 10 minutes.
- Make the cheesecake filling by beating softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas.
- Sprinkle banana pudding mix over the cream cheese mixture and fold in until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- Allow cream cheese to soften properly for a smooth filling.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent cracks in the cheesecake.
- Do not skip the chilling time for proper setting.
- Use an oven thermometer to ensure accurate baking temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Banana Pudding, Cheesecake, Dessert, Bars, Easy Recipe