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Banana Cream Cheesecake Recipe

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This Banana Cream Cheesecake features a smooth, creamy cream cheese filling blended with ripe bananas, layered on a buttery graham cracker crust, and topped with fluffy whipped cream. It’s a decadent no-bake style cheesecake that is chilled to perfection, offering a luscious and refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted butter

Filling

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2–3 medium ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to form an even crust. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the crust turns golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  2. Mix the filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 3/4 cup granulated sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add the sour cream and continue to mix gently. Fold in the sliced bananas carefully to keep the texture intact.
  3. Assemble the cheesecake: Pour the banana cream cheese filling over the cooled graham cracker crust and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
  4. Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Fold half of this whipped cream delicately into the cheesecake filling to lighten it.
  5. Top and chill: Spread the remaining whipped cream evenly over the top of the cheesecake. Cover the entire cheesecake and refrigerate for at least four hours or preferably overnight to set completely before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to prevent lumps in the filling.
  • Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Be gentle when folding whipped cream into the filling to keep the texture light and airy.
  • This cheesecake is best served chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For added flavor, sprinkle a little cinnamon or nutmeg on top before serving.

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