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Banana Cream Cheesecake

Banana Cream Cheesecake

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Indulge in the heavenly delight of Banana Cream Cheesecake, a luscious dessert that beautifully marries creamy cheesecake with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. This decadent treat features a buttery vanilla wafer crust, a rich cream cheese filling infused with banana flavor, and a dreamy Bavarian cream topping. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special gathering, this cheesecake is not only delicious but also visually stunning with its layers of creamy goodness and fresh banana slices. The best part? It’s easy to make, ensuring even novice bakers can impress their guests with this delightful dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
  • 24 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 teaspoons banana extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup pureed banana (about 2 medium bananas)
  • Heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix vanilla wafer crumbs, melted butter, and sugar; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
  2. Beat cream cheese until smooth; add sugar and flour, mixing well. Incorporate sour cream, banana extracts, and pureed banana until combined. Add eggs one at a time.
  3. Pour filling over the crust and bake for about 1 hour until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool in the oven for an hour before refrigerating.
  4. Prepare Bavarian cream by blooming gelatin in milk, then combining it with egg yolks and sugar over low heat. Fold in whipped cream.
  5. Spread Bavarian cream on cooled cheesecake; chill for at least two hours or overnight.
  6. Serve topped with whipped cream and fresh banana slices.

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