Indulge your taste buds with a delightful treat that combines the creamy goodness of cheesecake with the classic flavors of a banana split. This Banana Split Cheesecake is a show-stopping dessert that will impress your guests and have them coming back for seconds. Perfect for special occasions or simply as a sweet ending to a cozy dinner at home, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your repertoire.
Banana Split Cheesecake
**Ingredients:**
– 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1/4 cup sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 24 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 2 ripe bananas, sliced
– 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
– 1/2 cup chocolate sauce
– 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
– Whipped cream and maraschino cherries for topping
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup of sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1 cup of sugar until smooth and creamy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Mix in the sour cream and heavy cream until well combined.
6. Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the crust in the pan.
7. Layer half of the sliced bananas, crushed pineapple, chocolate sauce, and walnuts over the batter.
8. Pour the remaining cheesecake batter over the layers in the pan.
9. Repeat the layering process with the remaining bananas, pineapple, chocolate sauce, and walnuts.
10. Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes or until the center is almost set.
11. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
12. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
13. Before serving, top the cheesecake with whipped cream and maraschino cherries.
Enjoy the delightful flavors of a banana split in a luxurious cheesecake form with this easy-to-follow recipe. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a special dessert, this Banana Split Cheesecake is sure to be a hit. Get creative with your toppings and make it your own signature dessert. Share the joy of this decadent treat with your loved ones and savor every delicious bite.
