Description

Indulge in a slice of Banana Cream Cheesecake, a no-bake dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with the sweet essence of ripe bananas. This delightful treat features a buttery graham cracker crust and a light, fluffy filling, making it perfect for any occasion. Whether it's a summer barbecue or a cozy family dinner, this cheesecake will be the star of your dessert table, leaving everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
16 oz cream cheese, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 ripe bananas, sliced

Instructions

Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Add vanilla and mix well.
In another bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
Fold half of the banana slices into the filling and pour over the crust.
Cover and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
Before serving, garnish with remaining banana slices and optional chocolate or caramel drizzle.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: None
Category: Dessert
Method: No-bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 120g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. For variations, try adding other fruits like strawberries or peaches. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.