The Banana Pudding Cheesecake Squares are a dessert I can’t resist. Combining the creamy texture of cheesecake with the flavors of banana and pudding, it’s a treat that always hits the spot. The main stars here are ripe bananas, cream cheese, and that delightful banana pudding powder. Every bite is a creamy, fruity delight.
If you’re a fan of fruity desserts like I am, you might also love this Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish. And for a savory twist, don’t miss out on these Greek Chicken Meatballs.
Ingredients List:
For the Blondie Crust:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup mashed ripe banana
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For the Cheesecake Topping:
- 2/3 cup heavy whipped cream
- 16 ounces cream cheese (2 blocks)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3.4-ounce instant banana pudding powder (1 box)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: Powdered Sugar for extra sweetness
- Garnish: Nilla wafers
How to Make Banana Pudding Cheesecake Squares:
For the Blondie Crust:
- Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 350 degrees and prepare an 8×8 baking pan using your preferred non-stick method.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar. Then, whisk in the egg yolk, flour, salt, mashed banana, and vanilla until the mixture is well combined.
- Bake: Pour the blondie batter into the prepared pan and bake for 15-20 minutes or until it’s just set.
- Cool: Allow the crust to cool to room temperature.
For the Cheesecake Topping:
- Whip the Cream: Using a hand mixer, whip the heavy cream in a medium-sized bowl until stiff peaks form. Place it in the refrigerator and clean the beaters.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until it’s fluffy. Slowly add in the sugar, banana pudding powder, milk, and vanilla extract, beating until everything is well incorporated.
- Combine: Carefully fold the pre-made whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can add a bit of powdered sugar.
- Assemble: Pour and spread the cheesecake topping over the cooled blondie crust. Freeze the assembled dessert for at least 2 hours or until it’s completely firm.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish the cheesecake squares with Nilla wafers.
Banana Pudding Cheesecake Squares: FAQs and Common Issues
The banana pudding powder gives a distinct flavor and texture. If you use fresh bananas, the taste will be different, and you might miss the pudding consistency. However, you can add more mashed bananas to the crust for a natural banana flavor.
Ensure you’ve whipped the heavy cream to stiff peaks and folded it gently into the cream cheese mixture. Also, make sure to freeze the dessert for at least 2 hours or until firm.
Yes, you can use a graham cracker crust or even an Oreo crust. The blondie crust adds a unique flavor, but other crusts can work well too.
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