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Banana Cream Cheesecake

Indulge in Banana Cream Cheesecake: A Slice of Heaven

This Banana Cream Cheesecake combines the rich flavors of ripe bananas and cream cheese, creating a decadent dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Crushed Graham Crackers or Vanilla Wafers Use gluten-free graham crackers for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar Optional
For the Filling
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use spotty bananas for best flavor.
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 2 large Eggs Do not overmix
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt Can substitute more cream cheese
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tbsp Flour Optional for stabilization
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Fresh Banana Slices Add just before serving.
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream For topping
  • Optional Toppings Caramel drizzle, chocolate shavings, or crushed cookies.

Equipment

  • springform pan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Banana Cream Cheesecake
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers with granulated sugar and melted unsalted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, mixing in eggs one at a time, then add sour cream or yogurt, vanilla, and mashed bananas until just combined.
  4. Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 60-70 minutes until edges are set and center jiggles slightly. Allow to cool in oven with door cracked for an hour, then cool at room temperature for 30 minutes before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  5. Before serving, top with fresh banana slices and whipped cream, optionally adding any additional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Using a water bath during baking helps prevent cracks. Chill overnight for the best flavor and texture. Dip knife in warm water for clean slices.

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