Banana Cheesecake
Banana cheesecake is a heavenly dessert that combines the creamy goodness of cream cheese with the sweet essence of ripe bananas. This easy-to-make treat features a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, luscious filling. Perfect for any occasion—from birthday parties to cozy nights at home—this banana cheesecake will delight your senses and leave your guests asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sour cream until combined.
- Fold in mashed bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for an hour with the door slightly ajar.
- Refrigerate for at least four hours before serving. Top with fresh banana slices or whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in a tablespoon of lemon juice to prevent browning of bananas. - Customize your cheesecake by using crushed Oreos for a twist on the crust or adding chocolate chips to the filling.