Banana Cream Deelight Recipe

Ingredients for Banana Cream Deelight

• 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (113g) softened butter
• 1/2 cup (60g) chopped pecans
• 8 ounces (227g) cream cheese
• 8 ounces (227g) whipped topping
• 1/2 cup (100g) powdered sugar
• 3-4 ripe bananas
• French Vanilla Instant Pudding
• 2 cups milk (for pudding)
• Walnuts

How to Make Banana Cream Deelight

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a medium bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (113g) softened butter and 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup (60g) chopped pecans. Mix until just combined.
4. Press the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking pan.
5. Bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
6. Let the crust cool completely.
7. While the crust cools, beat 8 ounces (227g) cream cheese with 1/2 cup (100g) powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
8. Gently fold in 8 ounces (227g) whipped topping.
9. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
10. Slice 3-4 ripe bananas and arrange them over the cream cheese layer.
11. In a separate bowl, prepare instant vanilla pudding according to package directions (usually with 2 cups of milk).
12. Beat until thick and spread evenly over the bananas.
13. Top with the remaining whipped topping and sprinkle with extra chopped pecans (optional).
14. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.