Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a medium bowl, combine crushed shortbread cookies and melted butter. Press evenly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
• Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let cool completely.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk according to package directions. Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
• In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Gradually fold in the thawed whipped topping.
• Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
• Layer the sliced bananas over the cream cheese mixture.
• Spread the thickened vanilla pudding over the bananas.
• Top with the remaining cream cheese mixture. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.