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Delicious Banana Cream Cheesecake topped with fresh bananas and whipped cream

Banana Cream Cheesecake

A delightful and creamy dessert combining rich cheesecake flavors with sweet bananas, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
Filling
  • 4 packages (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups whipped cream
  • 3 ripe bananas, sliced Use ripe bananas for best flavor
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice To prevent banana browning

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the vanilla wafer crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Bake for 10 minutes and let it cool.
Filling
  1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  3. Fold in the whipped cream gently until blended.
  4. Arrange the banana slices on top of the cooled crust and sprinkle with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  5. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the bananas.
Setting
  1. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
Serving
  1. To serve, slice into wedges and place each slice on a plate.
  2. Add a dollop of whipped cream on top and a few banana slices for decoration.

Notes

Store any leftovers covered tightly in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Avoid freezing as it may alter the texture. For an extra touch, drizzle caramel or chocolate sauce on top before serving.