Banana Pudding Cheesecake Bars (Printable Version)
Banana-packed cheesecake bars with vanilla wafer crust. Creamy, dreamy layers finished with whipped cream and sliced bananas.
# What You'll Need:
→ Crust
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180 grams vanilla wafer cookies, finely crushed
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50 grams granulated sugar
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85 grams unsalted butter, melted
→ Filling
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2 ripe bananas, mashed
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450 grams cream cheese, softened
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100 grams granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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5 milliliters pure vanilla extract
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16 grams all-purpose flour
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120 milliliters sour cream
→ Topping (optional)
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Whipped cream
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Crushed vanilla wafers
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Banana slices
# Steps To Follow:
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Preheat the oven to 165°C. Line an 20x20 centimeter baking pan with parchment paper. In a bowl, combine crushed vanilla wafer cookies, sugar, and melted butter until well blended. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the base of the prepared pan to form a compact crust. Bake for 8–10 minutes until golden. Remove and let cool slightly.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Incorporate the sugar and flour, mixing thoroughly. Add eggs one at a time, fully combining after each addition. Stir in the mashed bananas, vanilla extract, and sour cream, continuing until the batter is silky and uniform.
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Pour the filling over the prepared crust and smooth the surface with a spatula. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set but retains a slight wobble. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and leave to cool inside for 30 minutes. Remove from oven, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
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Once fully chilled, cut into individual bars. Garnish each with whipped cream, banana slices, and crushed vanilla wafers as desired before serving.
# Notes and Tips:
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Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for the smoothest filling texture.
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Allowing the bars to chill completely is essential for clean slicing.