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Vanilla Wafer Banana Pudding Bars Recipe

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Creamy, no-bake banana pudding bars with a buttery vanilla wafer crust and fluffy whipped topping. These layered treats are nostalgic, smooth, and perfect for easy slicing and sharing.

Ingredients

2 cups crushed vanilla wafer cookies

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

1 (5 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix

2 cups cold milk

1 cup heavy whipping cream

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 ripe bananas, sliced

1 1/2 cups whipped cream

1–2 bananas, sliced for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine crushed vanilla wafer cookies, melted butter, and sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into a lined 8×8-inch pan and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Whisk instant pudding mix with cold milk for 2–3 minutes until thickened, then let it sit briefly.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  4. Fold the whipped cream into the pudding mixture until smooth and mousse-like.
  5. Spread half of the pudding mixture over the chilled crust.
  6. Layer sliced bananas evenly over the pudding.
  7. Spread the remaining pudding mixture on top and smooth evenly.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully set.
  9. Before serving, spread whipped cream on top and garnish with banana slices.
  10. Slice into squares and serve chilled.

Notes

Toss banana slices in a little lemon juice to prevent browning.

For extra texture, add a layer of crushed wafers between pudding layers.

Caramel drizzle adds a richer flavor variation.

Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Use a sharp knife and wipe clean between cuts for neat slices.

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