Banana Cream Cheesecake Recipe

A luscious blend of creamy cheesecake, sweet bananas, and a graham cracker crust. This decadent dessert is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

For the Filling:

  • 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 ½ cups mashed ripe bananas

Instructions:

Make the Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
  3. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool completely.

Make the Filling:

  1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Gradually beat in sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Beat in sour cream until combined.
  5. Gently fold in mashed bananas.
  6. Pour filling over cooled crust.

Bake:

  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until center is set.
  2. Let cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.

Serve:

  1. Once chilled, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan.
  2. Serve with whipped cream, fresh berries, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Tips:

  • For a more intense banana flavor, use overripe bananas.
  • To prevent cracking, avoid overbaking the cheesecake.
  • For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream.

Enjoy this delightful dessert!

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