BANANA CREAM CHEESECAKE

Banana cream cheesecake is a delightful dessert that combines the richness of cheesecake with the smoothness of banana cream. It’s a sweet treat that’s sure to satisfy your dessert cravings. Here’s how to make a banana cream cheesecake:

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Banana Cheesecake Filling:

• 4 ripe bananas, mashed (about 2 cups)
• 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• For the Banana Cream Topping:
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 ripe bananas, thinly sliced
• Lemon juice (to prevent browning)

• Instructions:

• 1. Preheat the Oven:
• a. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
• 2. Prepare the Crust:
• a. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and the melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
• b. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Make sure it’s evenly distributed and press it firmly. You can also press the crumbs slightly up the sides of the pan.