Banana Cream Cheesecake Bars With Nilla Wafers
Are you looking for a delicious dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than banana cream cheesecake bars with Nilla wafers. This dessert is the perfect combination of creamy cheesecake, sweet banana, and crunchy cookie crust. Plus, it's easy to make and sure to impress your guests. In this article, we'll give you a step-by-step guide to making banana cream cheesecake bars with Nilla wafers.
Ingredients
Before we get started, let's gather our ingredients. You'll need:
- 1 cup Nilla wafer crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Whipped cream and banana slices for garnish (optional)
All of these ingredients should be easy to find at your local grocery store. Once you have everything, it's time to start baking!
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a small bowl, combine the Nilla wafer crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Mix well, then press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer. Add the 1/2 cup sugar and vanilla extract and beat again until well combined.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated.
5. Add the mashed bananas and heavy cream to the bowl and beat until well combined.
6. Pour the cheesecake batter over the Nilla wafer crust in the baking dish.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and the edges are golden brown.
8. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
9. Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until it's fully set.
10. Once the cheesecake is chilled, slice it into bars using a sharp knife. Garnish with whipped cream and banana slices if desired.
Tips and Tricks
Here are some tips and tricks to make sure your banana cream cheesecake bars with Nilla wafers turn out perfectly:
- Make sure your cream cheese is softened before starting. If it's too cold, it won't mix well and you'll end up with lumps in your cheesecake.
- If you don't have Nilla wafers, you can use graham cracker crumbs instead.
- For even more banana flavor, add a sliced banana on top of the cheesecake bars before serving.
- If you're short on time, you can skip the whipped cream and banana slices on top, but they add a nice touch of sweetness and texture.
Conclusion
Banana cream cheesecake bars with Nilla wafers are the perfect dessert for any occasion. They're easy to make, delicious, and sure to impress your guests. Whether you're looking for a dessert to bring to a potluck or just want to treat yourself to something sweet, these bars are sure to hit the spot. Give them a try and let us know what you think!
