Decadent No-Bake Banana Nutella Cheesecake Bars

Ingredients

For the Base:

• • 300g (10.5 oz) cookies (digestive, graham crackers, or similar)
  • 120g (4.2 oz) melted butter
  • 100g (3.5 oz) Nutella

• • 30g (1.05 oz) condensed milk (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • 60g (2.1 oz) ricotta cheese or cream cheese
  • 2 bananas, sliced

For the Cream Layer:

• • 60g (2.1 oz) ricotta cheese or cream cheese
  • 50g (1.75 oz) powdered sugar

• 40g (1.4 oz) coconut flakes
• 120ml (1/2 cup) whipped cream

For the Topping:

• 100g (3.5 oz) dark chocolate
• 100g (3.5 oz) white chocolate

Instructions

1. 1. Prepare the Cookie Base:
      • • Crush the cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a zip-top bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
        • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cookie crumbs, melted butter, Nutella, and condensed milk (if using). Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and the mixture holds together when pressed.
      • Press the cookie mixture firmly into the bottom of a lined 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) square pan to form an even base. Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
   2. Prepare the Cream Layer:
      • • In a medium bowl, beat the ricotta cheese or cream cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth.
      • Gently fold in the coconut flakes and whipped cream until well combined.
      • Spread half of the cream mixture over the chilled cookie base, smoothing it out with a spatula.

1. Add the Banana Layer:
   • Arrange the banana slices evenly over the cream layer, ensuring full coverage.
2. Assemble the Layers:
   • • Spread the remaining cream mixture over the banana layer, creating a smooth surface.
   • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the layers to set.
3. Prepare the Chocolate Topping:
   • • Melt the dark chocolate and white chocolate in separate bowls using a microwave or double boiler. Stir until smooth.
   • Drizzle the melted chocolates over the top of the dessert in a decorative pattern, or spread them in separate layers for a marbled effect.
4. Chill and Serve:
   • • Refrigerate the assembled dessert for another hour, or until firm.
   • Cut into bars and serve chilled.