Banana Cream Cheesecake
A creamy and decadent banana cream cheesecake, perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines the richness of cheesecake with the sweetness of bananas for a truly delightful dessert.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cup sugar
- 0.25 cup melted butter
Filling Ingredients
- 3 packages cream cheese softened
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 2 ripe bananas mashed
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in vanilla extract. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in mashed bananas.
- Pour filling over crust. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the center is set. Let cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
Notes
For best results, use very ripe bananas for a sweeter and more intense banana flavor. Garnish with whipped cream and banana slices before serving.