Some people don’t like banana-flavored desserts. If they tried these banana pudding cheesecake bars, they would see what they’ve been missing! Though the taste of bananas can be strong and peculiar, it works very well in combination with the sweet vanilla of the cheesecake. This dessert is very creamy and easy to make. What else do you look for in a dessert?
Banana pudding cheesecake bars are little bite-sized pieces of cheesecake complemented with the flavor of bananas. You can make these squares for your family or impress your guests with your baking skills.
How to make Banana Pudding Cheesecake Bars?
- Preheat the oven to 350 F degrees.
Line a 9”x9” baking dish with parchment paper.
Mix vanilla wafer crumbs with melted butter and press into the baking dish.
Bake for 10 minutes and set aside.
Beat cream cheese with sugar on medium until smooth using a stand mixer.
Add eggs and vanilla extract and mix in.
Mix in marshmallow fluff.
Mix in mashed bananas and pudding mix.
Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and spread.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Reduce the heat to 200 F degrees and bake for another 30 minutes.
Turn the oven off and leave the cheesecake inside for another 10 minutes.
Take the cheesecake out of the oven and let it rest.
When it reaches room temperature, cover it and place it in the fridge for 3 hours.
Take out the cheesecake and cut it into small squares.
Garish with whipped cream, banana slices, and cookies.
How do you store cheesecake?
If you’ve made too much or just want to store some leftovers for later, keep the cheesecake bites in an airtight container in the fridge. You can take out a bite whenever you’re in the mood for some cheesecake. Make sure the individual bites are ungarnished. Store for up to 5 days.
Why does my cheesecake have cracks?
Your cheesecake may form cracks if it has been overbaked. That’s why it’s absolutely vital to follow the instructions outlined above. It will take a while for the cheesecake to cook in the oven. On top of that, you have to let it cool to room temperature and then refrigerate it. Trust me that it will all be worth it for a delicious, moist cheesecake.
Can you freeze cheesecake bites?
Yes, of course! Cheesecake bites freeze very well. Make sure to put them in an airtight container. Transfer them to the fridge for about 12 hours to let them thaw. Freeze ungarnished and garnish when you’re ready to serve.
Ingredients
- For the crust
- 2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- For the cheesecake filling
- 16 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
- ¼ cup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 cup marshmallow fluff
- 3.4 ounces banana cream pudding mix
- 1 cup mashed banana roughly 2 bananas
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F degrees.
- Line a 9”x9” baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix vanilla wafer crumbs with melted butter and press into the baking dish.
- Bake for 10 minutes and set aside.
- Beat cream cheese with sugar on medium until smooth using a stand mixer.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract and mix in.
- Mix in marshmallow fluff.
- Mix in mashed bananas and pudding mix.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and spread.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to 200 F degrees and bake for another 30 minutes.
- Turn the oven off and leave the cheesecake inside for another 10 minutes.
- Take the cheesecake out of the oven and let it rest.
- When it reaches room temperature, cover it and place it in the fridge for 3 hours.
- Take out the cheesecake and cut it into small squares.
- Garish with whipped cream, banana slices, and cookies.
Nutrition
It is VERY important to follow the baking and cooling instructions to ensure no cracks are formed. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
