Delicious and easy-to-make Banana Pudding Bars that are perfect for dessert lovers.
Author:Isabella
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:2 hours 40 minutes
Yield:9 bars 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ripe bananas, mashed
1 (3.4-ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups milk
1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
1/2 cup crushed vanilla wafers
Sliced bananas for topping
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, butter, baking powder, and salt. Mix until crumbly.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, and stir until well combined. Fold in the mashed bananas.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely in the pan.
In another bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and milk until smooth. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to thicken.
Once the bars are cooled, spread the pudding mixture evenly over the top.
Top with whipped topping, then sprinkle crushed vanilla wafers and sliced bananas on top.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
This recipe serves 9 bars.
For a chocolate twist, substitute chocolate pudding mix for vanilla.
You can also add a layer of chocolate chips between the pudding and whipped topping for extra flavor.