Description
Creamy banana cream cheesecake blends rich, silky layers of tangy cream cheese with sweet, ripe bananas for an irresistible dessert. Smooth textures and classic flavors merge into a delightful slice that brings comfort and indulgence to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Sweetener and Flavoring:
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350F (175C) and craft a delectable base by combining graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, firmly pressing the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Utilize an electric mixer to whip cream cheese and sugar until achieving a velvety, uniform consistency.
- Gently incorporate eggs individually, maintaining a smooth texture after each addition, then fold in vanilla extract and thoroughly mashed bananas.
- Transfer the luscious cheesecake mixture into the prepared crust, meticulously smoothing the surface with a spatula to ensure an even layer.
- Position the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, watching for a slightly trembling center indicating optimal doneness.
- After baking, switch off the oven and allow the cheesecake to rest inside for an additional 10 minutes, promoting a uniform texture.
- Extract the cheesecake and permit it to cool completely at room temperature before transferring to the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours or ideally overnight.
- Just prior to serving, crown the chilled cheesecake with a luxurious layer of freshly whipped cream and artfully arrange banana slices for an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to achieve a smoother, lump-free batter for an ultra-creamy texture.
- Crush graham crackers finely to create a compact, even crust that holds together perfectly when sliced.
- Avoid overmixing the cheesecake batter to prevent air bubbles and potential cracking during baking.
- Consider using overripe bananas for a more intense, natural sweetness and deeper banana flavor in the dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 469 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 37 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg