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No-Bake Banana Split Cheesecake

This delightful no-bake cheesecake combines creamy cheesecake, fresh bananas, and a drizzle of chocolate, making it the perfect dessert for busy days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs They are the magical base for your crust
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup sugar For the sweetness
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup unsalted butter, melted The glue that holds everything together
For the filling
  • 2 packages 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened For that creamy texture
  • 1 cups 1 cup powdered sugar More sweetness!
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract The aromatic essence that elevates flavors
  • 2 cups 2 cups heavy whipping cream Makes it light and fluffy
  • 2 pieces 2 bananas, sliced The star of the show!
  • Chocolate syrup For a drizzly finish
  • Whipped cream Because you can never have enough fluffiness

Method
 

Preparation of Crust
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs and sugar.
  2. Pour in the melted butter and stir until fully combined.
  3. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create a solid crust.
  4. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
Making the Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and combined.
  3. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well blended.
Layering and Chilling
  1. Spread half of the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust.
  2. Add a layer of sliced bananas and drizzle with chocolate syrup.
  3. Top with the remaining cheesecake filling, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  4. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight if you can wait!
Serving
  1. Once set, remove from the springform pan, top with whipped cream, additional bananas, and a drizzle of chocolate syrup.
  2. Enjoy this delightful cheesecake!

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for a velvety smooth texture. Toss sliced bananas in a little lemon juice to prevent browning.