_Sips coffee while typing_
Oh. My. Goodness. Y’all are not ready for this mouthwatering Southern Banana Pudding Cheesecake Bars recipe that’s been passed down in my family for generations! Every time I make these heavenly bars for potlucks or family gatherings, people literally fight over the last piece – no joke!
Listen, honey, this isn’t your basic banana pudding or your regular cheesecake. This is what happens when two dessert favorites have a beautiful baby, and trust me, it’s about to become your new obsession.
What You’ll Need (I know you’re already running to your kitchen):
– 2 packages cream cheese (room temperature, because nobody wants lumpy cheesecake!)
– 1 box vanilla wafers (plus extra for snacking, we all do it 😉)
– 4 ripe bananas (the spottier, the better!)
– 1 cup sugar
– 2 eggs
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– Whipped cream for topping
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Now, let’s get cooking:
1. First things first, crush those vanilla wafers. I like to put them in a zip-lock bag and take out my day’s frustrations – super therapeutic!
1. Mix those crushed wafers with melted butter and press into a 9×13 pan. Pop it in the fridge while you work your magic with the filling.
1. Beat that cream cheese until it’s smoother than your favorite skincare routine. Add sugar gradually – we’re making cheesecake, not a sugar bomb!
1. Mix in those eggs one at a time (patience is a virtue, darling).
1. Layer those banana slices on your crust like you’re creating a work of art.
1. Pour that heavenly cheesecake mixture over the bananas and smooth it out.
1. Bake at 325°F for about 45 minutes or until it has just a slight wiggle in the middle (kind of like me after enjoying too many of these bars 😂).
The hardest part? Waiting for it to cool! Trust me, I’ve burned my tongue more times than I’d like to admit because I couldn’t wait.
Real talk: These bars are seriously addictive. My neighbor Jane (you know, the one who swears she’s on a diet) ate four pieces at last week’s book club. No judgment here, Jane!
If you’re loving this recipe as much as I do, make sure to drop a comment below! I absolutely love hearing your success stories and any tweaks you made to make it your own. And honey, don’t forget to follow me on NewsBreak for more recipes that’ll make your taste buds dance!
Pro tip: These bars taste even better the next day… if they last that long! Mine usually disappear faster than my motivation to go to the gym.
Until next time, keep cooking with love (and maybe a little sass)! 💁♀️✨
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XOXO,
Your favorite food-obsessed friend 🧡
