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Banana Cream Cheesecake

A delightful dessert combining creamy cheesecake and sweet ripe bananas, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 270

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas Use ripe bananas for best flavor
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure the cream cheese is softened for easy mixing
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with whipped topping if needed
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pre-made crust graham cracker crust
  • as needed pieces Fresh banana slices for topping For garnish before serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  2. Add the ripe bananas and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the banana cream cheese mixture.
  4. Pour the filling into the graham cracker crust and smooth the top.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
Serving
  1. Before serving, top with fresh banana slices and a dollop of whipped cream.

Notes

Serve chilled. For added texture, sprinkle crushed graham crackers on top before serving. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze individual slices for later enjoyment.