Description
Silky cream cheese layered over a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with sweet bananas and a caramel drizzle—these Banana Cream Cheese Bars are the ultimate indulgent dessert. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a cozy treat at home, this recipe is easy to make and guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
Crust:
1 cup crushed graham crackers
1/4 cup melted butter
1/4 cup sugar
Cream Cheese Layer:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping:
2 bananas, sliced
1/2 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into the base of the prepared baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes and cool.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust, spreading evenly.
- Arrange banana slices over the cream cheese layer and drizzle with caramel sauce.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.
- Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.
Notes
Brush banana slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.
For a gluten-free version, substitute with gluten-free graham crackers.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze individual bars for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9 bars
- Calories: 280 kcal
