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Banana Pudding Blondies

Creamy banana pudding blondies with white chocolate chips and vanilla wafers.

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This dessert transforms classic Southern banana pudding into a handheld, shareable bar. It captures all the creamy, banana-forward comfort in a fuss-free, one-pan treat that is ready in a fraction of the time of the traditional layered dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (3.4 oz) box instant banana pudding mix
  • 2 ripe medium bananas, mashed (about 3/4 cup)
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup crushed vanilla wafers, plus more for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Whisk in eggs and vanilla until glossy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and instant banana pudding mix.
  4. Gently fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients using a spatula, mixing just until no dry streaks remain.
  5. Fold in mashed bananas, white chocolate chips, and 1/2 cup crushed vanilla wafers.
  6. Spread batter evenly into prepared pan. Sprinkle additional crushed wafers over the top.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let pan cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour. For cleanest cuts, chill in refrigerator for 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Do not overmix batter once flour is added. Ensure eggs are at room temperature. Blondies are done when center is still slightly soft; they will set as they cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

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