Description
Banana Nut Cheesecake is a rich and creamy dessert that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the smooth texture of classic cheesecake and the crunch of toasted nuts, all atop a buttery graham cracker crust.
Ingredients
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- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 banana, sliced (for topping)
- 1/4 cup whole nuts (for garnish)
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add mashed bananas, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Pour the filling over the prepared crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is just set.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Top with banana slices, whole nuts, and a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Use a chocolate cookie crust for a richer flavor.
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg for a spiced variation.
- Swirl in caramel for extra indulgence.
- Try different nuts like almonds or macadamias.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
