Banana Cream Pie Bars

This easy no bake banana cream pie bars recipe is the perfect light, refreshing summer dessert!
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Banana Cream Pie Bars have 4 delicious layers of graham crumb crust, vanilla pudding with banana slices, butterscotch pudding, and cool whip or whipped cream! Made with easy to find, simple ingredients, this no-bake dessert recipe is one of the best, must try recipes.

Banana cream pie bars on a white plate.

This no bake dessert recipe does not have banana pudding, but the real banana cream pie flavors of vanilla pudding with slices of fresh banana. It is definitely reminiscent of a banana cream pie. The butterscotch pudding layer, which tastes like caramel, goes so well with the vanilla creaminess of the banana layer. You can use sweetened whipped cream instead of the cool whip layer if you prefer.

Close up of layers for banana cream pie bars.

I found this easy recipe for homemade Banana Cream Pie Bars in an old family cookbook. Since we love no bake desserts with pudding in the summer, I was sure it would be a complete success! This cool, creamy, layered treat is great to take to a picnic, barbecue, potluck, baby or bridal shower, or just enjoy with company. This great summer dessert can be made ahead and frozen, or eaten right away. The flavors are best if eaten at least a few hours after making it.

Sprinkle of graham crumb crust on banana cream pie bars.

Why you’ll love this recipe for Banana Cream Pie Bars:

  • This is a large crowd feeding and pleasing dessert.
  • Super quick and simple recipe.
  • Can be made ahead.
  • No bake!
  • Tastes delicious, yummy, tasty, and scrumptious!

Ingredients for Banana Cream Pie Bars

For the crust

  • Butter, as always, salted to boost the flavor.
  • Graham crumbs
  • Sugar, just 2 Tbsp, or you can leave out if preferred.
Ingredients for the crust of banana cream pie bars

2nd layer of Banana Cream Pie Bars

  • Instant vanilla pudding, make sure it isn’t the baked kind.
  • Milk, use the amount in the recipe which is a little less than what the box says. This will make the pudding firm enough to cut.
  • Sliced bananas, make sure they are ripe but firm as over ripe will be mushy.
Bananas, Instant vanilla pudding and milk on a wooden table.

3rd layer Of Banana Cream Pie Bars

  • Instant butterscotch pudding
  • Milk
Instant butterscotch pudding and milk.

Topping

  • Cool whip, Dreamwhip, or other non-dairy whipped topping or sweetened whipped cream.
  • Reserved graham crumbs for sprinkling on top.
Whipped topping in a container.

How to make Banana Cream Pie Bars

For the crust

1.Melt butter in microwave. Then, in a small bowl, combine the graham crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Reserve 3 Tbsp of crumb mixture

graham wafers and melted butter in a white bowl.

2.Press remaining crumb mixture firmly in bottom of ungreased 9×13 inch pan.

Graham wafer crust with peanut butter.

2nd layer

1.Whisk Vanilla pudding and milk in a small bowl until smooth and starting to thicken.

Vanilla pudding in a white plastic bowl.

2.Spread evenly on top of the graham crust.

A layer of vanilla pudding spread on a graham crumb crust.

3.Arrange sliced bananas on top of pudding.

Sliced bananas on instant vanilla pudding.

3rd layer

1.Whisk the butterscotch pudding and milk in a seperate small bowl until smooth and starting to thicken.

Instant butterscotch pudding and milk in a white bowl.

2.Spread evenly on top of the banana slices.

3 layers for banana cream pie bars.

Topping

1.Spread the whipped topping on the butterscotch layer.

Layer of dream whip/cool whip.

2.Sprinkle with reserved graham crumb mixture.

Sprinkle of graham crumb crust on banana cream pie bars.

3.Chill for a few hours before cutting.

Banana cream pie bar on a white plate.

Variations for Banana Cream Pie Bars

  • Can use crushed gingersnaps or vanilla wafers for the crust.
  • Try chocolate pudding instead of the butterscotch.
  • Use sweetened whipped cream with vanilla instead of the Cool Whip.
  • Drizzle caramel sauce on the top before sprinkling the graham crumbs.
  • Try sprinkling the banana slices with cinnamon or nutmeg.
  • Use strawberries instead of banana slices for a different flavor sensation.
  • Can be made as 2 no bake pies.

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Banana Cream Pie Bars

Banana Cream Pie Bars have 4 delicious layers of graham crumb crust, vanilla pudding with banana slices, butterscotch pudding, and cool whip or whipped cream! Made with easy to find, simple ingredients, this no-bake dessert recipe is one of the best, must try recipes.

Prep Time30 minsTotal Time30 minsDifficulty:BeginnerServings:15Calories:236Best Season:Summer

Ingredients

For the Crust

2nd layer

3rd layer

Topping

Instructions

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For the crust

  1. Melt butter in microwave. Then, in a small bowl, combine the graham crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Reserve 3 Tbsp of crumb mixture

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  2. Press remaining crumb mixture firmly in bottom of ungreased 9x13 inch pan.

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2nd layer

  1. Whisk Vanilla pudding and milk in a small bowl until smooth and starting to thicken.

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  2. Spread evenly on top of the graham crust.

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  3. Arrange sliced bananas on top of pudding.

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3rd layer

  1. Whisk the butterscotch pudding and milk in a seperate small bowl until smooth and starting to thicken.

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  2. Spread evenly on top of the banana slices.

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Topping

  1. Spread the whipped topping on the butterscotch layer.

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  2. Sprinkle with reserved graham crumb mixture.

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  3. Chill for a few hours before cutting.

    Enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts

Servings 15


Amount Per Serving
Calories 236kcal
Calories from Fat 92kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.4g16%
Sodium 319mg14%
Potassium 210mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 34g12%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Sugars 25g

Vitamin A 13 IU
Riboflavin 14 mg
Vitamin B6 12 mg
Vitamin B12 11 mcg
Phosphorus 24 mg
Manganese 11 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

  • Be sure to use ripe, but not overripe bananas.
  • Make sure to use instant pudding, not the baked kind.
  • Use the amount of milk in this recipe, not how much the box says.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How do you keep bananas from turning brown in Banana Cream Pie Bars?

Make sure the bananas are completely covered with the pudding. It is oxygen which turns the bananas brown, so if no air can get to them, they shouldn't turn brown.

How long does Banana Cream Pie Bars last?

This no bake summer dessert is best eaten within 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, seal it well with a tight fitting lid or plastic wrap and freeze it for up to 3 months.

Can Banana Cream Pie Bars be frozen?

Yes, this dessert freezes very well. Thaw in the refrigerator for 4-6 hours before serving. It's best to serve partially frozen because the bananas get a bit runny if it is completely frozen. It still tastes great but is harder to cut neatly.

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