Description
A luscious blend of tropical banana and sweet strawberry flavors, this Banana Strawberry Cheesecake is a creamy, decadent dessert with a buttery graham cracker crust, fresh fruit topping, and whipped cream. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- Graham cracker crumbs
- Unsalted butter, melted
- Sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- Cream cheese, softened
- Granulated sugar
- Large eggs
- Ripe banana, mashed
- Fresh strawberries, pureed
- Vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- Sliced bananas
- Fresh strawberries
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a mixing bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.
- Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until creamy in another bowl.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Incorporate mashed banana, pureed strawberries, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Cool in the oven for 1 hour, then refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with sliced bananas, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for optimal flavor.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool gradually to prevent cracking.
- Best served cold for maximum creaminess.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooling Time: 5 hours (including refrigeration)
- Cook Time: 50–60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
