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Banana Pudding Cheesecake Squares

Deliciously Easy Banana Pudding Cheesecake Squares Recipe

These Banana Pudding Cheesecake Squares are easy no-bake treats, combining creamy cheesecake with sweet banana pudding for a delightful dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups Vanilla Wafer Cookies or graham crackers for a different flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter or coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar can substitute for a lighter option.
  • 2 large Eggs or flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 2 ripe Ripe Bananas mashed
For the Pudding Layer
  • 1 package Instant Banana Pudding Mix or vanilla pudding mix.
  • 2 cups Cold Milk any milk works well.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Whipped Topping or non-dairy whipped topping for vegan option.

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking dish
  • Mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a 9x9-inch baking dish lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine crushed vanilla wafer cookies with melted unsalted butter and press into the prepared pan.
  3. Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth.
  5. Incorporate the eggs one at a time until fully blended.
  6. Fold in the mashed ripe bananas and pour the mixture over the pre-baked crust.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant banana pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until thickened.
  8. Pour the pudding mixture over the cream cheese layer and smooth it out.
  9. Bake for 40 minutes or until the center is set, then cool for about 1 hour.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving; top with whipped topping before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps; patience is key for cooling to achieve cleaner slices.

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