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Banana Bliss Cheesecake

A creamy and delightful cheesecake that combines the rich flavor of cream cheese with the sweetness of ripe bananas on a buttery graham cracker crust.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling
  • 2 packages cream cheese, softened (8 oz each)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed Use ripe bananas for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press it into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
  4. Gently fold in the mashed bananas, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until well combined.
  5. Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
  6. Bake for approximately 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
  7. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for better flavor. Allow cream cheese and eggs to be at room temperature for easier mixing. Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil to keep fresh in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Do not freeze to maintain texture.