Description
Banana Cream Cheesecake is a delightful fusion of rich cheesecake and the fresh sweetness of ripe bananas, perfect for those special occasions or just as a treat to indulge in. This creamy dessert features a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth filling made with cream cheese and mashed bananas, and is topped with fluffy whipped cream and banana slices. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this versatile cheesecake is sure to impress with its luscious flavor and elegant presentation. Plus, it’s easy to prepare, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (optional)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 24 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Fresh banana slices and whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, optional sugar, and melted butter in a bowl; press into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes; cool.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then mix in eggs one at a time. Stir in sour cream, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas until just blended.
- Pour filling over cooled crust in the springform pan placed in a water bath. Bake for 60–70 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. Cool in the oven with the door ajar for about an hour.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving with fresh banana slices and whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg