Strawberry Banana Delight Cheesecake

Strawberry Banana Delight Cheesecake is a fruity and creamy dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This cheesecake features a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth and rich cream cheese filling infused with mashed bananas and diced strawberries, and a whipped cream topping adorned with fresh strawberry and banana slices. Each bite offers a luscious blend of fruit and cheesecake, making it the ideal dessert for family gatherings, special events, or even as a sweet treat after dinner. Easy to prepare, this cheesecake will be a crowd-pleaser every time!

Clare Greco
Updated on Monday 02 December 2024
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The Strawberry Banana Delight Cheesecake is a fusion of fruity sweetness and creamy indulgence, making it the perfect dessert for any occasion. A buttery graham cracker crust serves as the base for this delightful treat, which is topped with a rich and creamy cheesecake filling infused with fresh bananas and strawberries. The cheesecake is then finished with a whipped cream topping and garnished with more fresh fruit, creating a dessert that is not only delicious but also visually stunning. It’s perfect for a family gathering, special event, or simply indulging your sweet tooth!

INGREDIENTS

  • Graham cracker crumbs: 1½ cups, creates the buttery crust
  • Sugar: ¼ cup for crust, 1 cup for filling, sweetens the cheesecake
  • Unsalted butter: ½ cup melted, holds the crust together
  • Cream cheese: 3 (8 oz) packages softened, the base of the creamy filling
  • Sour cream: ½ cup, adds tanginess and smoothness to the cheesecake
  • Eggs: 3 large, helps bind the filling
  • Vanilla extract: 2 tsp, adds flavor to the cheesecake
  • Mashed bananas: ½ cup, adds sweetness and flavor to the filling
  • Diced strawberries: ½ cup, provides fruity flavor in every bite
  • Whipped cream: 1 cup for topping
  • Fresh strawberries and bananas: For garnish, makes the dessert beautiful and flavorful

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
Step 2:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the sour cream, vanilla, and eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Step 3:
Fold in the mashed bananas and diced strawberries. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust.
Step 4:
Bake the cheesecake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside the oven with the door slightly open.
Step 5:
Once fully cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Step 6:
Before serving, top the cheesecake with whipped cream, fresh strawberry slices, and banana slices.

Serving and Storage Tips

  • For best results, refrigerate the cheesecake overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to set. Garnish with fresh fruit just before serving for the best presentation.
  • Leftover cheesecake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze individual slices and thaw them in the refrigerator when ready to serve.

Helpful Notes

  • Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the cheesecake batter.
  • Use ripe bananas and fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture in the cheesecake filling.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

  • Chef Ina Garten suggests using a water bath to bake cheesecakes to prevent cracks. Simply wrap the springform pan in foil and place it in a larger pan filled with water halfway up the sides of the cheesecake pan.
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Strawberry Banana Cheesecake

Strawberry Banana Delight Cheesecake is a fruity, creamy dessert with layers of sweet strawberries, bananas, and a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for special occasions!

Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
60 Minutes
Total Time
80 Minutes

Category: Sweet Treats

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Dessert

Yield: 12 Servings (1 cheesecake)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs.
02 ¼ cup sugar.
03 ½ cup unsalted butter, melted.
04 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened.
05 1 cup sugar.
06 ½ cup sour cream.
07 3 large eggs.
08 2 tsp vanilla extract.
09 ½ cup mashed bananas.
10 ½ cup diced strawberries.
11 1 cup whipped cream.
12 Fresh strawberry slices.
13 Banana slices.

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.

Step 02

In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the sour cream, vanilla, and eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 03

Fold in the mashed bananas and diced strawberries. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust.

Step 04

Bake the cheesecake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside the oven with the door slightly open.

Step 05

Once fully cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 06

Before serving, top the cheesecake with whipped cream, fresh strawberry slices, and banana slices.

Step 07

Slice, serve, and enjoy the fruity, creamy goodness!.

Notes

  1. This Strawberry Banana Delight Cheesecake is a luscious fusion of sweet strawberries, ripe bananas, and creamy cheesecake. It’s the perfect dessert for any occasion, with a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cheesecake filling, and fresh fruit topping.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 450
  • Total Fat: ~
  • Total Carbohydrate: ~
  • Protein: ~