Banana Bliss Cheesecake Delight (Printable Version)
A creamy cheesecake layered with mashed bananas, cinnamon, and a crunchy graham crust for a delightful dessert.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Crust
01 -
150 g graham cracker crumbs
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85 g unsalted butter, melted
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50 g granulated sugar
→ Filling
04 -
450 g cream cheese, softened
05 -
200 g granulated sugar
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3 large eggs
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5 ml vanilla extract
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2 ripe bananas, mashed
09 -
120 g sour cream
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2 g ground cinnamon
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1 g salt
→ Garnish
12 -
Extra banana slices (optional)
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Set the oven to 165°C. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 50 g sugar until fully incorporated. Press the mixture firmly onto the base of a 23 cm springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool.
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Using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add 200 g sugar, continuing to mix. Incorporate eggs one by one, ensuring each is fully blended. Stir in vanilla extract, mashed bananas, sour cream, cinnamon, and salt, mixing until homogeneous.
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Pour the filling over the cooled crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes until the center is set but retains a slight jiggle.
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Turn off the oven and partially open the door. Let the cheesecake cool inside for one hour to prevent cracking.
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Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for a minimum of four hours or overnight. Garnish with additional banana slices before serving if desired.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Cooling the cheesecake gradually inside the oven prevents surface cracks.