Ohhh yesss—Banana Cream Cheesecake is what happens when banana pudding and rich cheesecake fall madly in love. 💛 It’s creamy, dreamy, subtly banana-y (without going full banana bread), and totally irresistible with a Nilla wafer or graham crust.
Here’s the ultimate version:
🍌 Banana Cream Cheesecake
Lush. Silky. Banana bliss.
Serves: 10–12
Prep Time: 30 min
Bake Time: 55–65 min
Chill Time: 4+ hours (overnight = best texture)
🛒 Ingredients
Crust:
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1½ cups crushed Nilla wafers or graham crackers
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¼ cup sugar
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6 tbsp butter, melted
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Pinch of salt
Cheesecake filling:
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3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, room temp
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¾ cup sugar
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1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)
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2 eggs
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½ cup sour cream
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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Optional: ½ tsp cinnamon or a splash of banana liqueur for extra banana oomph
Topping:
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1 cup heavy cream
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2 tbsp powdered sugar
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½ tsp vanilla
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Fresh banana slices, to garnish
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Optional: crushed Nilla wafers or caramel drizzle
👨🍳 Directions
1. Make the crust:
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Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
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Mix crust ingredients and press into bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
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Bake 10 minutes, then cool slightly.
2. Make the filling:
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Beat cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
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Add sugar and mashed banana, mix until combined.
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Beat in eggs, one at a time. Stir in sour cream and vanilla.
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Pour onto the crust and smooth the top.
3. Bake:
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Place pan in a water bath (wrap with foil to prevent leaks).
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Bake for 55–65 minutes, until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
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Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cool inside for 1 hour.
4. Chill:
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Remove from oven, let cool completely, then chill in fridge for at least 4 hours (overnight = ✨).
5. Make the whipped topping:
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Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to soft peaks.
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Spread or pipe over the chilled cheesecake.
6. Garnish & serve:
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Top with banana slices just before serving. Add crushed wafers or a drizzle of caramel for bonus points.
🔁 Tips & Variations:
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Want banana pudding vibes? Add a layer of vanilla custard or pudding between the cheesecake and whipped cream.
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No-bake version? I can give you a quick one with banana pudding mix + cream cheese.
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Fancy flair: brûlée the banana slices with a bit of sugar and a torch 🔥
Want it in mini form or layered in jars for a party? I can remix that!