Blondie Crust Banana Cream Cheesecake Bars

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Blondie Crust Banana Cream Cheesecake Bars 🍌🍰

Introduction:

Imagine biting into a rich, chewy blondie crust layered with silky banana cheesecake, topped with a whisper of nostalgia from banana pudding. It’s the kind of dessert that brings comfort and celebration in one creamy, dreamy slice. These Banana Cream Cheesecake Bars with Blondie Crust are not only a delicious twist on a classic pie, but a crowd-pleaser that dessert lovers will remember long after the last bite.

A Little History & Formation:

The blondie, often called the “blonde brownie,” originated in America in the late 19th century, even before the famous chocolate brownie came onto the scene. Its butterscotch flavor makes it the perfect base for fusion desserts. On the other side, banana cream pie is a diner classic — light, cool, and comfortingly sweet.

This dessert brings them together — the chewy richness of a blondie with the fluffy, fruity silkiness of banana cream cheesecake. It’s not just a bar; it’s a layered love letter to flavor.

Ingredients:

Blondie Crust:

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • ¼ cup mashed ripe banana (about ½ a medium banana)
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch of salt (optional, but enhances flavor)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional, for added depth)

Banana Cream Cheesecake Topping:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ⅔ cup heavy cream
  • 1 box (3.4 oz) instant banana pudding mix (not prepared)
  • 1 cup cold milk (for the pudding mix)
  • Optional: Sliced bananas and whipped cream for garnish

Instructions & Methods:

1. Prepare the Blondie Crust:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, stir together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Add in the egg yolk, mashed banana, and vanilla extract (if using). Mix until fully combined.
  4. Fold in the flour and a pinch of salt, stirring until a thick batter forms.
  5. Pour and spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
  6. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the edges are set and golden. Cool completely before topping.

2. Make the Banana Cream Cheesecake Layer:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until creamy and smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the banana pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes until it thickens.
  3. Gradually add the pudding into the cream cheese mixture and beat until well blended.
  4. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  5. Fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake batter gently to keep it light and airy.
  6. Spread the banana cheesecake mixture over the cooled blondie crust.
  7. Chill for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight for best texture.

3. Optional Garnishes:

  • Add slices of fresh banana just before serving.
  • Top with a swirl of whipped cream or a sprinkle of crushed vanilla wafers for a nod to banana pudding.

Conclusion – For Dessert Lovers:

This dessert isn’t just for banana fans or cheesecake purists — it’s for the lovers of texture, the seekers of comfort, and the dreamers of golden-brown edges and creamy middles. The Blondie Crust Banana Cream Cheesecake Bar is a layered celebration of classics reimagined, and it’s perfect for family dinners, celebrations, potlucks, or a personal treat-yourself moment with a coffee in hand.

Whether you’re baking it for someone special or simply because you deserve it, this bar reminds us of what happens when two dessert legends fall in love. 💛

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