Description

A decadent and nostalgic dessert that layers buttery Nilla wafer crust, creamy banana pudding, sweet cream cheese, ripe bananas, and fluffy whipped cream into dreamy, shareable bars.

Ingredients

2 cups Nilla wafer crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar (for cream cheese layer)
1 tsp vanilla extract
2-3 very ripe bananas, sliced
1 (3.4 oz) box instant banana pudding mix
2 cups cold whole milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar (for whipped cream)

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Instructions

Mix crushed Nilla wafers with melted butter and press into a parchment-lined 9×9-inch pan. Chill while preparing the filling.
In a bowl, beat cream cheese, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Spread over the chilled crust.
Arrange banana slices evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Whisk pudding mix with cold milk for 2 minutes until thickened. Spread over bananas.
In a clean bowl, beat heavy cream and 2 tbsp powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread whipped cream over pudding layer.
Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight. Slice into bars and serve cold.

Notes

Garnish with crushed Nilla wafers, fresh banana slices, or a dash of cinnamon.
For easier slicing, refrigerate overnight and use a sharp knife.
You can swap Nilla wafers for gluten-free cookies or graham crackers if desired.