Irresistible Banana Cream Cheesecake You Can’t Resist

This Banana Cream Cheesecake combines creamy cheesecake with ripe bananas for a nostalgic dessert experience.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 1

Chilling Time 4

Total Time 5 30

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Crust

1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Use gluten-free crumbs for a delightful alternative.
0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Melted; substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free.
0.25 cups Granulated Sugar Use brown sugar for deeper flavor.

For the Cheesecake Filling

16 oz Cream Cheese Full-fat cream cheese is ideal.
3 large Large Eggs Use room temperature for better mixing.
1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla extract is preferred.
2 cups Mashed Ripe Bananas Choose very ripe bananas for maximum flavor.

For the Topping

3.4 oz Instant Banana Pudding Mix Vanilla pudding mix can be substituted.
2 cups Cold Milk Any type of dairy or plant-based milk works.
2 cups Whipped Cream Fresh is preferred.
2 large Fresh Bananas Sliced for garnish.
0.5 cups Crushed Graham Crackers For garnish.

Equipment

9-inch Springform Pan
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Spatula

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well blended. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create a crust and bake for 8–10 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (163°C). In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, about 2–3 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Fold in vanilla and mashed bananas until combined. Pour filling over the cooled crust and smooth top.
Bake the cheesecake for 50–60 minutes until edges are set but the center has a slight jiggle. Turn off oven and let cool inside for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Whisk together instant pudding mix and cold milk until thickened, about 2 minutes. Spread this layer on top of the set cheesecake, then dollop with whipped cream. Garnish with banana slices and crushed graham crackers.
Slice the cheesecake into wedges and serve chilled. Enjoy this delightful dessert with coffee or tea.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor and texture, prepare this cheesecake a day in advance. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

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