Ingredients:
For the crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup melted butter
1/4 cup sugar
For the filling:
3 ripe bananas, mashed
24 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream
For the topping:
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Crushed vanilla wafers for garnish
Sliced bananas for garnish
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
Combine sugar, melted butter, and graham cracker crumbs to make the crust.
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
For the filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the mashed bananas, cream cheese, and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and sour cream. Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until set.
Cool the cheesecake completely, then refrigerate it for at least 4 hours.
For the topping, beat heavy cream, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form. Cover the cold cheesecake with whipped cream.
Garnish the cheesecake with crushed vanilla wafers and sliced bananas before serving.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 5 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes plus chilling
Enjoy this delicious Banana Pudding Crunch Cheesecake as a delightful dessert!