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Banana Pudding Brownies

A soft, dense brownie base meets a fluffy banana pudding cheesecake topping in this layered dessert. With crunchy vanilla wafers tucked on top, these bars are dreamy, flavorful, and perfect for potlucks, parties, or a cozy treat at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Layer
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
Banana Pudding Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3.4 oz instant banana cream pudding mix
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • ¼ cup whole milk
Garnish
  • 16 vanilla wafer cookies

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  3. In a bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla, whisk again.
  5. Add flour, baking powder, salt.
  6. Mix until batter is smooth. Spread into pan.
  7. Bake for 25 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  8. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/irresistible-banana-pudding-brownies/

Notes

  • You can use banana or vanilla pudding if banana cream is unavailable.
  • For clean slices, chill the bars for 1 hour before cutting.