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Banana Cream Cheesecake

Banana Cream Cheesecake
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Indulge in the creamy delight of Banana Cream Cheesecake, a dessert that perfectly balances rich flavors and textural contrasts. This luscious cheesecake features a buttery vanilla wafer crust, a smooth cream cheese filling infused with ripe bananas, and a heavenly banana bavarian cream topping. With each bite, you’ll experience the velvety texture of the cheesecake complemented by the sweetness of fresh bananas. Ideal for gatherings or cozy family dinners, this dessert is sure to become a beloved favorite. Prepare to impress your guests with this extraordinary treat that captures the essence of comfort and celebration in every slice.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
  • 10 tbsp salted butter, melted
  • 24 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sour cream, room temperature
  • 4 tsp banana extract
  • 1 cup pureed banana (about 2 medium-sized bananas)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp sugar (for topping)
  • 3/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 5 tbsp powdered sugar
  • Fresh sliced bananas for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a mixing bowl, combine vanilla wafer crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until crumbly. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
  2. Bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden. Allow to cool completely.
  3. In a large bowl, blend cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and flour; mix well.
  4. Add sour cream, banana extract, and pureed bananas; mix until combined. Add eggs one at a time until just blended.
  5. Pour filling over cooled crust; bake for 70-80 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
  6. Cool in oven with door ajar for an hour then transfer to refrigerator to chill for at least four hours or overnight.
  7. For the bavarian topping: Whip heavy cream with sugar until soft peaks form; fold in banana extract. Spread over chilled cheesecake and garnish with fresh banana slices.

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