1. How do you make a banana cream cheesecake from scratch?

Start with a graham cracker crust (or vanilla wafer crust for more flavor). The filling combines cream cheese, sugar, eggs, sour cream, vanilla, and mashed ripe bananas. Bake the cheesecake in a water bath until set, chill thoroughly, then top with whipped cream and fresh banana slices. For extra flair, add a pastry cream layer or banana pudding drizzle before serving.

2. What’s in the Cheesecake Factory Banana Cream Cheesecake?

Their version layers classic cheesecake with banana cream custard, buttery crust, and fresh sliced bananas. To replicate it, use a base cheesecake layer, then spread a rich banana-flavored pastry cream, followed by whipped cream and fresh bananas. A graham or vanilla cookie crust completes the texture.

3. Can I make banana cream cheesecake without baking?

Yes! For a no-bake banana cream cheesecake, combine softened cream cheese, mashed bananas, whipped topping, and banana pudding mix. Pour into a pre-made crust and chill until firm (at least 4 hours). It’s a great summer dessert and a time-saving option.

4. What are the easiest banana cheesecake recipes to try?

The 3-ingredient version (cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, ripe bananas) is the easiest. You can also try simplified dump versions using pudding mix and whipped topping layered over a crust. For more creative spins, check out these strawberry cheesecake dump or fruity pebbles cheesecake tacos for inspiration.

Banana Cream Cheesecake – A Dreamy Dessert You’ll Crave Again

Description

Creamy, dreamy, and full of banana flavor—this banana cream cheesecake is the ultimate comfort dessert. Choose from baked, no-bake, or even 3-ingredient styles!

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/2 cup melted butter

2 tbsp sugar

24 oz cream cheese (softened)

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

3 large eggs

1/2 cup sour cream

2 ripe bananas (mashed)

1 cup whipped topping (plus more for serving)

Fresh banana slices for topping

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a springform pan and prepare a water bath.

2. Mix graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into pan and chill.

3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time.

4. Add vanilla, sour cream, and mashed bananas. Blend until smooth.

5. Pour filling into crust. Bake in water bath for 55–65 minutes.

6. Let cool completely. Chill for 6+ hours or overnight.

7. Top with whipped cream and banana slices before serving.

Notes

Use overripe bananas for best flavor.

For no-bake: skip eggs and baking, use instant banana pudding and chill.

Add a layer of pastry cream for Cheesecake Factory-style flair.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 410
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 115mg