These Banana Cream Cheese Bars combine a rich, creamy filling with sweet banana slices and a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with a drizzle of caramel. Perfect for a delicious dessert that will satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture firmly into the base of the baking dish and bake for 10 minutes.
- Beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust, spreading it evenly.
- Arrange the banana slices on top and drizzle with caramel sauce.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until set. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
Notes
- Let the bars cool completely before refrigerating to set properly.
- For an extra touch, add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans on top before baking.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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