Indulge in a delightful blend of creamy cheesecake, fresh strawberries, and ripe bananas. This no-bake dessert is perfect for warm days and makes for a stunning centerpiece at any gathering!
Ingredients
- For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup sugar
- For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- For the Topping:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- ¼ cup strawberry syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well incorporated.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.
- Assemble the Cheesecake:
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust, spreading it evenly.
- Layer the sliced bananas and strawberries on top of the cheesecake filling.
- Chill:
- Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Serve:
- Once set, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. Drizzle with strawberry syrup if desired, slice, and enjoy!
Feel free to adjust any part of the recipe or let me know if you need any changes!