BANANA CREAM CHEESECAKE

November 29, 2023

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mbark on a culinary journey with the luscious BANANA CREAM CHEESECAKE. This delightful dessert is a perfect blend of creamy textures and tropical sweetness. Let’s dive into the details of creating this heavenly treat that will elevate your dessert game.

Ingredients:

FOR THE CRUST:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

FOR THE BANANA CHEESECAKE FILLING:
4 ripe bananas, mashed (about 2 cups)
3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1/4 cup all-purpose flour

FOR THE BANANA CREAM TOPPING:
2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ripe bananas, thinly sliced
Lemon juice (to prevent browning)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
  - Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Prepare the Crust: a. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until evenly coated. b. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, ensuring even distribution and a firm press. You can also press the crumbs slightly up the sides of the pan.

1. Prepare the Banana Cheesecake Filling: a. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. b. Add mashed bananas, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. c. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. d. Stir in all-purpose flour until the batter is smooth.
2. Bake the Cheesecake: a. Pour the banana cheesecake filling over the prepared crust. b. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60-70 minutes or until the edges are set, and the center is slightly jiggly.
3. Prepare the Banana Cream Topping:
  - Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  - Layer the topping over the baked cheesecake, and garnish with thinly sliced bananas. Drizzle lemon juice to prevent browning.