Golden Oreo Banana Pudding Layered Dessert
A luscious no-bake dessert featuring layers of buttery crushed Golden Oreo crust, sweetened cream cheese, rich banana pudding, and fluffy whipped topping. Perfect for potlucks, summer gatherings, or when you need an impressive dessert without turning on the oven. The Golden Oreos add a delicate vanilla flavor that complements the banana cream beautifully, while the layered presentation creates an eye-catching treat that's easy to slice and serve.
Ingredients
- 25 Golden Oreos, crushedregular Oreos1:1dietary
vanilla flavor will be less pronounced
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 8 ounces whipped topping, divided
- 1 3.4 ounce box instant banana cream pudding mix
- 1 cup milk
- 1 bananas, sliced(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Mix crushed Golden Oreos and melted butter
- 2
Press mixture into bottom of 8x8 or 9x9 square pan
- 3
Chill 10 minutes
- 4
Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth
- 5
Stir in 1 cup whipped topping until combined
- 6
Spread cream cheese mixture over crust
- 7
Whisk pudding mix and milk until thickened
- 8
Let pudding set
- 9
Spread pudding over cream cheese layer
- 10
Top with remaining whipped topping
- 11
Add crushed Oreos for decoration
- 12
Chill at least 2 hours before serving
Tips
Let cream cheese come to room temperature for easier mixing and smoother texture
Use a food processor to crush Oreos evenly, or place in a sealed bag and crush with rolling pin
For cleaner slices, dip knife in warm water and wipe clean between cuts
Good to Know
refrigerate covered up to 3 days
assemble 1 day ahead, flavors meld beautifully
slice into squares, serve chilled
Common Mistakes
use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps
chill between layers for clean presentation
don't overmix pudding or it may become thin
Substitutions
vanilla flavor will be less pronounced
FAQ
Can I use fresh bananas throughout?
Yes, but add them just before serving to prevent browning. Brush with lemon juice if adding earlier.
What if I don't have Golden Oreos?
Regular Oreos work fine, though the flavor will be more chocolatey. Vanilla wafers are another good substitute.
How long will this keep in the refrigerator?
Store covered for up to 3 days. The texture is best within the first 2 days.