Description
Looking for the ultimate dessert that combines creamy texture, banana flavor, and an elegant finish? This Best Banana Cream Cheesecake is your go-to recipe! It’s a luscious, smooth banana-infused cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust and a swirl of fluffy whipped cream on top. Perfect for celebrations, dinner parties, or any time you want to impress. Whether you’re browsing for easy dinner desserts, holiday food ideas, or just want a quick make-ahead treat, this banana cheesecake brings restaurant-quality results to your kitchen with simple steps and standout flavor.
Ingredients
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
24 oz cream cheese softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup mashed ripe bananas
3/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fresh banana slices
Crushed graham crackers
Whipped cream swirls
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter in a bowl. Mix until well combined. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
2. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and flour and mix well. Blend in mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla.
3. Add eggs one at a time and mix gently until just incorporated.
4. Wrap springform pan in foil and pour the filling over the crust.
5. Place the pan in a roasting pan and add hot water halfway up the sides.
6. Bake for 60–70 minutes until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
7. Turn off oven, crack the door and let cheesecake rest inside for 1 hour.
8. Remove from oven and cool completely, then refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
9. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
10. Pipe whipped cream on top and garnish with banana slices and crushed graham crackers.
Notes
Use fully ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
Make sure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature to create a smooth batter.
Refrigerate the cheesecake overnight for the best texture and clean slices.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 130mg