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Banana Pudding Dream Bars

Irresistible Banana Pudding Dream Bars You'll Want to Dive Into

Experience the delightful taste of Banana Pudding Dream Bars, a no-bake dessert that combines a crunchy Oreo crust with creamy banana filling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 20 cookies Golden Oreos Can substitute with regular Oreos or vanilla wafers.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can be substituted with margarine.
For the Filling
  • 2 medium Bananas Fresh and ripe.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Can substitute with Neufchâtel cheese.
  • ½ cup Confectioners’ Sugar Granulated sugar can be used but blend well.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Imitation vanilla can be used.
  • 1 cup Cool Whip Can make homemade whipped cream.
  • 1 package Instant Banana Pudding Mix Vanilla pudding can be used for a different taste.
  • 1.5 cups Milk Any type of milk works best.
For Garnishing
  • ½ cup Crushed Oreos Reserve crumbs from the crust.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • 8x8-inch dish

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Crust
  1. Crush 20 Golden Oreos into fine crumbs using a food processor, then transfer to a mixing bowl.
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and mix with cookie crumbs until combined.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of an 8x8-inch dish. Freeze for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Make the Banana Pudding
  1. Combine 1 package of instant banana pudding mix with 1.5 cups of milk and whisk until thickened, about 2 minutes.
Step 3: Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer
  1. Soften 8 ounces of cream cheese for about 10 minutes. Mash 1 ripe banana and mix with cream cheese, ½ cup confectioners’ sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla until smooth.
  2. Fold in 1 cup of Cool Whip for an airy texture.
Step 4: Assemble the Layers
  1. Layer sliced bananas over the Oreo crust, then spread the cream cheese mixture over the bananas.
  2. Pour the prepared banana pudding over the cream cheese layer.
Step 5: Finishing Touches
  1. Spread 1 cup of remaining Cool Whip over the pudding layer. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  2. Sprinkle crushed Oreos on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 190mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is fully melted for the crust and bananas are ripe for the best flavor. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving for better texture.

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