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Banana Pudding Bars
Emily Hart

Banana Pudding Bars Easy Recipe and Quick Prep

Banana pudding bars are a delicious, easy-to-make dessert that combines a graham cracker crust, creamy vanilla pudding, and fresh banana slices. These bars are perfect for any gathering and can be made in just 7 simple steps!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
chill time 2 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 ripe bananas sliced
  • 1 box 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs about 12 crackers
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 1 ½ cups whipped cream store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons sugar optional, for homemade whipped cream

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Crust: Crush graham crackers and mix with melted butter. Press into the bottom of a baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes. Let cool.
  2. Make the Pudding Layer: In a bowl, whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix with cold milk. Spread the pudding over the cooled crust.
  3. Add Banana Layer: Slice bananas and layer them on top of the pudding.
  4. Top with Whipped Cream: Spread whipped cream over the banana layer.
  5. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight preferred) to let the bars set.
  6. Slice and Serve: Slice into squares and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gFiber: 2gSugar: 20g

Notes

  • Bananas: Use ripe but firm bananas for the best texture.
  • Whipped Cream: You can use store-bought or homemade whipped cream.
  • Pudding Mix: Instant vanilla pudding mix works best for this recipe.
  • Chill Time: For the best results, refrigerate the bars overnight to allow the layers to set properly.

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