Bananas Foster Lush

Bottom Graham Cracker Crust Layer (for no bake crust option):

of regular, honey or vanilla graham crackers, finely ground using a food processor or manually crushing

unsalted butter, melted and cooled *I give a range for the amount because I have found that depending on the humidity, you may need more or less butter

Bottom Pecan Crust Layer (for baked crust option):

all-purpose flour

unsalted butter, melted and cooled

finely chopped or food processor processed pecans (great for the mini food processor)

granulated white sugar

Cream Cheese Layer (2nd Layer):

cream cheese, softened to room temperature

granulated white sugar

fresh squeezed lemon juice

Banana Cream Pudding Layer (3rd layer):

instant banana cream pudding mix

milk (you can also do 3 1/2, if you want it slightly thicker)

Whipped & Toppings Layer (4th Layer):

whipped topping (I used Cool Whip), you can substitute the same amount whipped cream

chopped pecans or walnuts (this would go if you chose the bottom pecan crust option too)

right before serving: 1 banana sliced

Bananas Foster Sauce for Serving (5th Layer):

salted butter

dark brown sugar

heavy cream or whipping cream

dark rum

bananas, sliced in half and then lengthwise in thick slices

chopped pecans or walnuts

ground cinnamon

optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract