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Close-up of a banana pudding cheesecake bar with whipped cream, banana slices, and graham cracker crust on a plate.

Banana Pudding Cheesecake Bars: Easy & Creamy Dessert Recipe


  • Author: Lina Hart
  • Total Time: 55 minutes + chilling time
  • Yield: 12-16 bars 1x

Description

These Banana Pudding Cheesecake Bars are a nostalgic Southern twist featuring creamy banana cheesecake, layered with banana pudding and whipped topping on a buttery graham cracker crust.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 (3.4 oz) box banana pudding mix
  • 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping
  • Banana slices, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined.
  3. Press firmly into your parchment-lined baking dish.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool slightly.
  5. Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  6. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated.
  7. Mix in vanilla and mashed bananas.
  8. Pour over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
  9. Bake at 350°F for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is just set.
  10. Let cool at room temp for 30 minutes, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
  11. Prepare pudding according to box instructions.
  12. Spread pudding evenly over the chilled cheesecake layer.
  13. Top with whipped cream and banana slices.
  14. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut into squares.
  15. Clean the knife between slices for neat presentation.

Notes

Always soften cream cheese before using. Don’t overmix the batter. Chill for at least 4 hours for best results. Use ripe bananas for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: banana cheesecake bars, banana pudding, dessert bars, Southern dessert