Banana Cheesecake Recipe: Indulgent Twist for Cozy Nights
Discover the delightful Banana Cheesecake Recipe, a perfect indulgence for those cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the crushed graham crackers with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Mix in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into the banana mixture.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45 minutes, then let cool in the oven with the door ajar.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the banana mixture.
- Top with sliced bananas or caramel sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg