Ingredients
- 3 cups Nilla Wafer cookie crumbs (approximately one 11-ounce box)
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 pint heavy whipping cream
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 24 ounces cream cheese (3 8-ounce packages), softened
- 2 packages instant banana cream pudding mix (3.4 ounces each)
- Optional garnish: whipped topping and banana slices
Instructions
1οΈβ£ Prepare the Crust: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Nilla Wafer crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a square 8Γ8-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper. Chill the crust in the refrigerator or freezer until firm.
2οΈβ£ Whip the Cream: In a large metal mixing bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream and sugar with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
3οΈβ£ Make the Cheesecake Filling: In another large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the dry banana cream pudding mixes, beating well between each addition.
4οΈβ£ Combine with Whipped Cream: Add the whipped cream to the cream cheese mixture and mix until smooth and well combined.
5οΈβ£ Assemble the Bars: Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled Nilla wafer crust. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to set.
6οΈβ£ Serve: Once the cheesecake is fully set, cut into 9 squares. Garnish with whipped topping and banana slices, if desired. Serve chilled.
Notes
π° Enjoy:
These Banana Cream Cheesecake Bars are a creamy, dreamy treat that combines the richness of cheesecake with the sweet flavor of banana cream. Perfect for a sweet finish to any meal or for sharing at gatherings!
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chill Time: 8 hours | Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
Calories: Estimated 400-500 kcal per serving
Servings: 9 servings
These bars are perfect for banana lovers, offering all the flavor of a banana cream pie in a convenient, easy-to-serve form!