Description
A delightful dessert that combines the classic flavors of banana cream pie with the luscious texture of cheesecake, topped with a light whipped cream layer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large bananas, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup banana pudding
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine crushed graham crackers, 1/2 cup sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.
- Press the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake the crust for about 10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
- Mix softened cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Fold in sliced bananas gently.
- Pour the mixture into the cooled crust, smoothing the top.
- Whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Fold in banana pudding and milk until combined.
- Spread the topping over the cheesecake layer.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Remove the sides of the springform pan and serve with additional banana slices or toppings.
Notes
Use ripe bananas for sweetness and good quality cream cheese for a smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: cheesecake, banana, dessert, cream pie, sweet, easy recipe, special occasions