Banana-Strawberry Cheesecake Fantasy
A delightful cheesecake infused with ripe bananas and strawberries, perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and sure to impress!
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake Layer
- 2 packages 8 oz packages of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Strawberry Topping
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, halved
- 1/4 cup sugar Adjust based on the sweetness of your strawberries
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
For the Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Press this mixture into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugar and vanilla extract. Mix in the eggs one at a time, then fold in the mashed bananas and lemon juice.
Baking
- Pour the cheesecake mixture onto the prepared crust and smooth the top. Bake in your preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until just set.
Topping Preparation
- While your cheesecake is baking, combine the strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring gently until the strawberries release their juices. Let this mixture cool.
Final Assembly
- Once the cheesecake is done and cooled, top it with the strawberry mixture and let it chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
- Slice yourself a piece and enjoy!
Notes
This cheesecake can be made a day ahead. No bananas? Substitute with other fruits like blueberries or peaches. For a crustless option, bake in a greased pan.