Simple Banana Cream Cheesecake:
Prep Time: 15 minutes.
Cook Time: 60-70 minutes.
Total Time: Approximately 5 hours (including cooling and chilling time).
Servings: 10-12 slices.
Welcome, everybody!! Embark on a delectable journey of flavors with our Simple Banana Cream Cheesecake!! This dessert seamlessly blends the velvety richness of cream cheese with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. This culinary masterpiece is a celebration of textures, starting with a buttery graham cracker crust that provides the perfect contrast to the luscious banana filling. Omg!! The filling is a symphony of flavors—cream cheese whipped to perfection, mingling with the sweetness of mashed bananas, a hint of vanilla, and the subtle texture of eggs and flour.
Baking to golden perfection for 60-70 minutes, the cheesecake emerges from the oven to cool gradually, allowing its flavors to meld and intensify. Omg!! A crown of light and airy whipped cream, infused with vanilla and a touch of powdered sugar, takes this dessert to new heights. Tossed in lemon juice for a zesty twist, thinly sliced bananas adorn the top, adding a fresh and fruity layer to the ensemble.
After this culinary symphony, the cheesecake takes a leisurely four-hour sojourn in the refrigerator, allowing its flavors to meld and intensify. Finally, the moment arrives to slice and savor the fruits of your labor—a moment that promises pure bliss with every forkful. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or simply craving a luxurious treat, our Simple Banana Cream Cheesecake is poised to become the centerpiece of your dessert repertoire, elevating any gathering into a sweet celebration of indulgence.
Ingredients:
- Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs.
1/4 cup sugar.
1/2 cup melted butter.
Banana Filling:
4 ripe bananas, mashed.
3 (8-ounce) packages of cream cheese, softened.
1 1/4 cups sugar.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
3 large eggs.
1/4 cup all-purpose flour.
Cream Topping:
2 cups heavy cream.
1/4 cup powdered sugar.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
2 ripe bananas, thinly sliced.
Lemon juice.
Instructions:
Step 1
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First, blend graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, and press into a pan.
Step 2
Then, beat cream cheese until smooth, then mix in mashed bananas, sugar, and vanilla, and add eggs one at a time, then stir in flour.
Step 3
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After that, pour filling over crust and bake for 60-70 minutes, and let it cool in the oven.
Step 4
In this step, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until peaks form.
Toss sliced bananas in lemon juice.
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Step 5
Next, spread banana slices over the cheesecake, and top with whipped cream.
Step 6
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Step 7
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Finally, slice and enjoy your simple banana cream cheesecake!
Tips for Success:
– Choose ripe, speckled bananas for the best flavor.
– Press the graham cracker crust evenly for a firm base.
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– Whip cream until stiff peaks form; avoid over-whipping.
Variations:
– Drizzle melted chocolate over the whipped cream.
– Add chopped nuts to the crust for extra texture.
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– Finish with a caramel sauce over banana slices.
Enjoy it!!
